P Block Elements

Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion : Boric acid is a weak acid.

Reason R : Boric acid is not able to release \(\mathrm{H}^{+}\) ion on its own. It receives \(\mathrm{OH}^{-}\) ion from water and releases \(\mathrm{H}^{+}\) ion.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.