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Boric acid can be successfully titrated ...

Boric acid can be successfully titrated against sodium hydroxide in the presence of

A

dil. HCl

B

glycerol

C

glycine

D

borax.

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The correct Answer is:
B
Glycerol, mannitol, catechol can be used. In presence of these, boric acid behaves as a strong acid and gives a sharp end point.
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