Aqueous solution of boric acid is treated with salicylic acid. Which of the following statements is/ — p Block Elements Chemistry Question
Question
Aqueous solution of boric acid is treated with salicylic acid. Which of the following statements is/are incorrect for the product formed in the above reaction?
Answer: A,C,D
💡 Solution & Explanation
[SEE DIAGRAM] B(OH)3 + H2O $\rightleftharpoons$ [B(OH)4]- + H+. [B(OH)4]- + 2 Salicylic acid $\rightarrow$ Complex + 2H2O. Optically resolvable due to asymmetric structure. Two six membered rings.
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