The collective name for the boron hydrides, which are analogous to the alkanes and silanes. Numerous boranes are known. Some have high calorific values and are used in high-energy fuels. (From Grant & Hackh's Chemical Dictionary, 5th ed)
Synonyms: 0, Borane, Boron Hydride, Hydrides, Boron, Boron Hydrides, Boranes, Hydride, Boron
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collective name for boron hydrides (do not confuse with BOROHYDRIDES); do not confuse with BORATES or CAMPHANES ,68
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