diborane
Diborane is a chemical compound with the formula B2H6, consisting of two boron atoms and six hydrogen atoms. It is a colorless gas at room temperature and is known for its unique bonding structure, where boron atoms form three-center two-electron bonds with hydrogen. Diborane is primarily used in organic synthesis and as a reducing agent in various chemical reactions.
This compound is highly reactive and can ignite spontaneously in air, making it a hazardous material to handle. Diborane is also utilized in the production of boron compounds and in the semiconductor industry for doping silicon materials.