p-Block Elements-I 2 Question 27
27. Compound $X$ on reduction with $\mathrm{LiAlH}_{4}$ gives a hydride $Y$ containing $21.72 %$ hydrogen alongwith other products. The compound $Y$ reacts with air explosively resulting in boron trioxide. Identify $X$ and $Y$. Give balanced reactions involved in the formation of $Y$ and its reaction with air.
Draw the structure of $Y$.
(2001, 5M)
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Solution:
$\mathrm{O}=$ Oxygen $\odot=$ Silicon
