The bonding in B₂H₆ is best described by which of the following statements?

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In B₂H₆, there are both 2-centre 2-electron bonds (between the S1 atom and the surrounding B0 and H atoms) and 3-centre 2-electron bonds (between the B1, U1, and surrounding S1 and B0 atoms). Therefore, choice B is the best description of the bonding in this molecule. Choice A includes the correct types of bonds but also includes 2-centre 2-electron bonding which is not present in this molecule. Choice C is incorrect as there are no 3-centre 4-electron bonds in this molecule. Choice D correctly identifies the presence of 3-centre 2-electron bonding, but does not account for the 2-centre 2-electron bonds.

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