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Which of the following statements correctly describe the structure and bonding in diborane ()?p Block Elements Chemistry Question

Question

Which of the following statements correctly describe the structure and bonding in diborane ($B_2H_6$)?

Answer: A,B,C

💡 Solution & Explanation

Diborane features four terminal B-H bonds (2c-2e) and two bridged B-H-B bonds (3c-2e, banana bonds). The terminal hydrogens and boron atoms lie in one plane. Bridged bonds are longer and weaker than terminal bonds, so statement D is incorrect.

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