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Which one of the following does not follow octate rule?

Options

  1. APF ₃
  2. BBF ₃
  3. CCO ₂
  4. DCCl ₄

Correct answer

B. BF ₃

Step-by-step solution

BF ₃ does not follow octate rule because central atom, boron lacks an electron pair. Thus, it also acts as Lewis acid.

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