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In diborane, the number of electrons that accounts for bonding in the bridges is
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Options:
  • A six
  • B two
  • C eight
  • D four
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The correct answer is: four


In diborone, odd-electron bonds are found in the bridges. From figure, it is clear that 4 electrons are present for bonding in the bridges.

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