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Which reagent adds to alkenes to give trialkylboranes?
ADiborane, B2H6
BBoric acid, H3BO3
CBorax, Na2B4O7
DBoron nitride, BN
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Diborane, B2H6
Diborane reacts with alkenes to give trialkylboranes, which are oxidised to alcohols.
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