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B5H11, also known as Pentaborane(11), is a chemical substance belonging to the borane group. It is generally known by the common name pentaborane. The molar mass of B5H11 is 61.83 g/mol. B5H11 consists of 5 boron atoms and 11 hydrogen atoms. It does not form ions due to its non-metallic properties.
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Properties of B5H11:
2.1 Physical properties: Pentaborane is colorless, tasteless, odorless and has a neutral pH level. It has non-metallic properties and does not form ions.
2.2 Chemical properties: Pentaborane is very stable and does not easily react with other substances. However, it can react with oxygen, strong oxidizing agents to produce water and boron trioxide. -
Chemical equation of B5H11: There are very few common chemical reactions of pentaborane due to its stability characteristic.
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Preparation of B5H11:
4.1 Laboratory synthesis: B5H11 is usually produced from the reaction between diborane (B2H6) and boron trifluoride (BF3).
4.2 Industrial synthesis: In the industry, B5H11 is produced by thermally decomposing diborane at a high temperature (about 200 degrees C).