An aqueous solution of borax is: - Vidyadip

MCQ

An aqueous solution of borax is:

A
Neutral.
B
Amphoteric.
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Basic.
D
Acidic.

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Answer

Correct option: C.

Basic.

Borax is a salt of a strong base $\ce{(NaOH)}$ and a weak acid $(\mathrm{H}_3 \mathrm{BO}_3).$ It is, therefore, basic in nature.

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