Identify the correct statements from the following:
$(i)$ The atomic radius of $Al$ is lower than the atomic radius of $Ga$.
$(ii)$ Boron exists in many allotropic forms.
$(iii)$ The melting point of $Ga$ is lowest among the group $13$ elements.

The chemical name of borax is

Hybridisation of boron in diborane is

Identify the correct statements about $p$-block elements and their compounds.
$(A)$ Non-metals have higher electronegativity than metals.
$(B)$ Non-metals have lower ionisation enthalpy than metals.
$(C)$ Compounds formed between highly reactive non-metals and highly reactive metals are generally ionic.
$(D)$ The non-metal oxides are generally basic in nature.
$(E)$ The metal oxides are generally acidic or neutral in nature.

Boric acid is polymeric due to

Explain the following:
$(1)$ Gallium has higher ionisation enthalpy than aluminum.
$(2)$ Boron does not exist as $B^{3+}$ ion.