NEET2002ChemistryPractical ChemistryActual
In the borax bead test, which compound is formed?
Options
- AOrthoborate
- BMetaborate
- CDouble oxide
- DTetraborate
Correct answer
B. Metaborate
Step-by-step solution
In borax bead test the coloured Metaborates are formed by transition metal salts. aligned Na ₂ ~B ₄ O ₇ & 2 NaBO ₂+ B ₂ O ₃ Salt of Co & CoO + gas CoO + B ₂ O ₃ & Co ( BO ₂ )₂ & array c cobalt metaborate (blue colour) array aligned