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Which of the following statements regarding borax is correct?

A
It is used in the manufacture of optical glass
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It is widely used as a flux
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It is used in leather industry
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All are correct
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Solution

The correct option is D All are correct
Borax is widely and diversely used, e.g., as a mild antiseptic, a cleansing agent, a water softener, a corrosion inhibitor for
antifreeze, a flux for silver soldering, and in the manufacture of enamels, shellacs, heatresistant glass (e.g., Pyrex), fertilizers,
pharmaceuticals, and other chemicals.
It is sometimes used as a preservative but is toxic if consumed in large doses.

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