The number of neutrons present in the more abundant isotope of boron is $x$. Amorphous boron upon heating with air forms a product,in which the oxidation state of boron is $y$. The value of $x+y$ is ...

When metal $X$ is treated with sodium hydroxide,a white precipitate $(A)$ is obtained,which is soluble in excess of $NaOH$ to give soluble complex $(B)$. Compound $(A)$ is soluble in dilute $HCl$ to form compound $(C)$. The compound $(A)$ when heated strongly gives $(D)$,which is used to extract metal. Identify $(X), (A), (B), (C)$ and $(D)$. Write suitable equations to support their identities.

Name the metals with which $Al$ can form alloys.

Boron halides behave as Lewis acids because of their nature.

Which of the following processes will not yield anhydrous $AlCl_3$?

Which of the following compounds exhibits acidic nature?