👉 Borax, also known as gallic acid or galactan, is a naturally occurring compound that is used in agriculture and industry. It is composed of two molecules of galactose (Gal) bonded to one molecule of oxygen gas (O2). Borax can be produced by fermentation of maize grain or other plants, which results in the production of boron (B), an essential mineral for plant growth. In addition to its role in agriculture, borax is also used industrially