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p Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)

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What is the role of LiAlH 4 in the preparation of diborane?

What is the role of LiAlH4 in the preparation of diborane?

Options

  1. AIt acts as a reducing agent
  2. BIt forms a complex with boron trifluoride
  3. CIt serves as a catalyst
  4. DIt reacts with diborane to form borohydrides

Correct answer

A. It acts as a reducing agent

Step-by-step solution

LiAlH4 is used in the preparation of diborane as a reducing agent.
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