AP EAMCET · Chemistry · p Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
\(\mathrm{BF}_3\) is used as a catalyst in several industrial processes due to its
- A strong reducing nature
- B weak reducing action
- C strong Lewis acid nature
- D weak Lewis acid character
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Correct Answer
(C) strong Lewis acid nature
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\(\mathrm{BF}_3\) is used as a catalyst in several industrial processes due to its strong Lewis acid nature. \(s p^2\)-boron of \(\mathrm{BF}_3\) is electron deficient \(\left(6 e^{-}, 2 e^{-}\right.\) less that octal of boron) and acts as Lewis acid.
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