Which of the following properties describes the diagonal relationship between boron and silicon?

  • A
    $BCl_3$ is not hydrolysed while $SiCl_4$ can be hydrolysed
  • B
    Both form oxides $B_2O_3$ is amphoteric and $SiO_2$ is acidic
  • C
    Both form acidic oxides which dissolve in alkali to form borates and silicates respectively
  • D
    Both $B$ and $Si$ form covalent hydrides that are stable

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