11.5. Is boric acid a protic acid? Explain.
11.5. Is boric acid a protic acid? Explain.
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Boric acid is a Lewis acid since it accepts electrons from hydroxyl ion of H2O molecule. It is not a protic acid.
B (OH)3 + 2HOH → [B (OH)4]– + H3O+
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