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Borax bead test is based upon the formation ofA. MetaborateB. TetraborateC. Double oxideD. Orthoborate

Answer» Correct Answer - A
Borax on heating gives `B_(2)O_(3)` (transparent glassy bead). When hot `B_(2)O_(3)` is brought in contact with coloured salt, metaborates are formed.
`Na_(2)B_(4)O_(7).10H_(2)O overset(Delta)rarr B_(2)O_(3) overset("Coloured") underset("substance")rarr Metaborate`.


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