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The compound(s) which react(s) with NH3 to given boron nitride (BN) is (are)

Options

A

B

B

B2H6

C

B2O3

D

HBF4

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Correct Answer :

Option A

B

Option B

B2H6

Option C

B2O3

Solution :

The correct options are B, B2H6, and B2O3.


Boron nitride (BN) can be prepared by reacting several boron-containing compounds with ammonia (NH3) under suitable high-temperature reaction conditions:


1. Reaction with Elemental Boron (B):

Elemental boron reacts directly with ammonia gas at high temperatures (red heat) to yield boron nitride and hydrogen gas:

2B+2NH32BN+3H2


2. Reaction with Diborane (B2H6):

Diborane reacts with excess ammonia at high temperatures to produce boron nitride along with hydrogen gas:

B2H6+2NH32BN+6H2


3. Reaction with Boron Trioxide (B2O3):

Boron trioxide reacts with ammonia at elevated temperatures to form boron nitride and water vapor:

B2O3+2NH32BN+3H2O


Therefore, boron (B), diborane (B2H6), and boron trioxide (B2O3) all react with ammonia to produce boron nitride (BN).

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