JEE Main Chemistry question

Chemistry Hydrogen JEE Main

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Which one of the molecular hydrides acts as a Lewis acid?

(A)NH₃
(B)H₂O
(C)B₂H₆Correct
(D)CH₄

Answer: (C)

Solution

B₂H₆ is electron deficient (3-centre-2-electron bonding), a classic Lewis acid.

Question ID VK-136209