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A few grams of borax is dissolved in distilled water. The $\mathrm{pH}$ range of resultant solution is
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)AP EAMCETAP EAMCET 2018 (24 Apr Shift 1)
Options:
  • A 1 − 4
  • B 4 − 7
  • C 2 − 5
  • D 7 − 14
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The correct answer is: 7 − 14
The aqueous solution of borax is alkaline due to hydrolysis. Borax is, therefore, used as a water softner and cleaning agent.


Therefore, the pH of solution is more than 7.

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