Equilibrium Question 112

Question: Which of the following is the strongest Lewis acid [EAMCET 1998]

Options:

A) $ BI_3 $

B) $ BBr_3 $

C) $ BCl_3 $

D) $ BF_3 $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Larger the size of halogen atom, less is the back donation of electrons into empty 2p orbital of B.



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