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BITSAT2022Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)Actual

The number of 3 C -2 e⁻ bonds present in diborane is

Options

  1. A1
  2. B2
  3. C3
  4. D4

Correct answer

B. 2

Step-by-step solution

The structure of diborane is In this structure, there are two 3 C -2 e⁻ bonds. 3 atoms, B - H - B share two electrons and form an angular geometry, leading bent bond, also known as banana bond.

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