NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
Explain the following: Boron does not exist as B³⁺ ion.
Options
- ABoron has a higher ionization energy than beryllium
- BBoron has fewer available valence electrons compared to beryllium
- CBoron has a higher electron affinity than beryllium
- DBoron has a higher electronegativity than beryllium
Correct answer
B. Boron has fewer available valence electrons compared to beryllium
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Boron has fewer available valence electrons compared to beryllium