Question:

The set in which compounds have different nature is :

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Classify each hydroxide or acid as acidic, basic or amphoteric and look for the pair whose members differ.
Updated On: Nov 4, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{B(OH)_3}\) and \(\mathrm{H_3PO_3}\)
  • \(\mathrm{B(OH)_3}\) and \(\mathrm{Al(OH)_3}\)
  • \(\mathrm{NaOH}\) and \(\mathrm{Ca(OH)_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{Be(OH)_2}\) and \(\mathrm{Al(OH)_3}\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

(1) \(\mathrm{B(OH)_3}\) (boric acid) is a weak Lewis acid and \(\mathrm{H_3PO_3}\) is a dibasic acid. Both acidic, same nature.
(2) \(\mathrm{B(OH)_3}\) is acidic, whereas \(\mathrm{Al(OH)_3}\) is amphoteric (dissolves in both acid and alkali). Different nature.
(3) \(\mathrm{NaOH}\) and \(\mathrm{Ca(OH)_2}\) are both strongly basic, same nature.
(4) \(\mathrm{Be(OH)_2}\) and \(\mathrm{Al(OH)_3}\) are both amphoteric, same nature (diagonal relationship).
Hence the set with different nature is (2).
Answer: (2) \(\mathrm{B(OH)_3}\) and \(\mathrm{Al(OH)_3}\)
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