23. Chemistry of the Nonmetals
Boron Family Reactions
Multiple Choice
Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a false statement about boron?
A
The structure of elemental boron is complex with at least five different allotropes.
B
Boron is rare in the earth's crust, making up less than 0.001% by mass, yet occurs in high concentrations at various deposits around the world.
C
Boron has a filled s sublevel and one electron in the p sublevel allowing it to easily attain a full octet.
D
Naturally occurring boron is almost always bonded to oxygen.
E
Boron forms many covalently bonded compounds in which boron atoms bond to each other.
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