Boric acid is an acid because its molecule ____________. - Vidyadip

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Boric acid is an acid because its molecule ____________.

A
contains replaceable H+ ion
B
gives up a proton
C
combines with proton to form water molecule
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accepts $OH ^{-}$ from water, releasing proton

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Answer

Correct option: D.

accepts $OH ^{-}$ from water, releasing proton

Boric acid is an acid because its molecule accepts $OH ^{-}$from water, releasing proton

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