Boron Unleashed: The Metalloid with Big Tricks

In this episode we explore boron, the quiet metalloid that can act like both a metal and a nonmetal. We'll unpack its unusual chemistry—from boranes and carboranes to boron carbide and boron nitride—and connect it to everyday staples like borax and Pyrex as well as high‑tech uses. We'll also dive into the isotopes boron-10 and boron-11 and what they mean for nuclear reactors and the promise of aneutronic fusion. Tiny in size, boron proves there’s more to this element than meets the eye.

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