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$$ B^{3+} $$ cannot exist in aqueous solution because of its

A
Strong reducing ability
B
Small size and large charge
C
Large size and small charge
D
Strong oxidizing ability
Solution
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Correct option is C. Small size and large charge
Being covalent in nature because of small size and large charge it gets hydrolysed in an aqueous solution. In other words, on account of higher charge density i.e. charge/size ratio, it gets hydrolysed forming $$H_{3}BO_{3} $$

$$ 2B^{3+} + 6H_{2}O \rightarrow 2 H_{3}BO_{3} + 6H^{+} $$

Hence, option C is correct.

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