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In diborane, the number of electrons th...

In diborane, the number of electrons that account for bonding in the bridges is

A

Six

B

Two

C

Eight

D

Four

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The correct Answer is:
D

Each bridging bond is formed by two electrons. Hence four electrons account for bonding in the bridges
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