(i) What are silicones? State the uses of silicones. (ii) What are boranes? Give chemical equation for the preparation of diborane.
(i) What are silicones? State the uses of silicones. (ii) What are boranes? Give chemical equation for the preparation of diborane.
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(i) Organosilicon polymers having (R2SiO2) as monomer units are called silicones. Silicones contain organic side groups which surround it giving alkane like nature and makes it hydrophobic. Silicones are applicative in electrical insulators, water proofing, sealant. They have been utilized in the biological field in cosmetic implants and other surgeries.
(ii) Boranes correspond to alkane-like compounds of boron. They consist of boron and hydrogen. Most common borane existing is dibecane.
4BF3 + 3LiAlH4?2B2H6 + 3LiF + 3AIF3
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