The number of simple covalent bonds (B-H) present in diborane:

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Solution

The correct option is B 4
The molecular formula of diborane is $B_{2} H_{6}$
Diborane consists 2 3center-2electrons bonds and 4 2center-2electrons bonds.
In diborane, the two boron groups are bonded to each other by a bridge-like structure. Thus, it contains 4 covalent bonds.

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