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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which one among the following statements is correct about a solution of borax in water?
A
It is acidic because it contains 
and 
and B
It dissociates into 
and 
and C
It is neutral because it contains 
and 
and D
It is alkaline because it contains 
and 
and
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Chemical formula of borax is
. Borax is a salt of strong base 
and weak acid 
. Hence resultant aqueous solution of borax will be basic in nature.
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