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Boric acid is an acid because its molecule

A

Contains replaceable H ions

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Gives up protons

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C

Accepts OH from water releasing a proton

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D

Combines with a proton from water molecules

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Solution

The correct option is C

Accepts OH from water releasing a proton


H3BO3+H2O[B(OH)4]+H+

When it reacts with water, boric acid accepts hydroxide to release a proton from water.


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