Question:

When borax is heated with CoO on a platinum loop, blue coloured bead formed is largely due to

Updated On: Sep 13, 2024
  • \(B_2O_3\)

  • \(CO(BO_2)_2\)

  • \(COB_4O_7\)

  • \(CO[B_4O_5(OH)_4]\)

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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

\(Na_2B_4O_7→ 2NaBO_2+B_2O_3\)
\(B_2O_3+CoO→Co(BO_2)_2\)
                          Cobalt metaborate (Blue Coloured)

So, the correct option is (B): \(Co(BO_2)_2\).

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