JEE Main20245 Apr 2024Morning ShiftChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)Actual
The number of neutrons present in the more abundant isotope of boron is ' (x ) '. Amorphous boron upon heating with air forms a product, in which the oxidation state of boron is ' (y ) '. The value of (x+y ) is _______
Options
- A3
- B9
- C4
- D6
Correct answer
B. 9
Step-by-step solution
More abundant isotope = B ¹¹ [Number of neutrons =6 ] aligned & x =6 & ~B + O ₂ B ₂ O ₃ aligned Oxidation state of B in B ₂ O ₃=+3 So, y=3 Hence x+y=9