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How does `BF_(3)` act as a catalyst in industrial process?

A

Strong reducing nature

B

Weak reducing nature

C

Strong Lewis acid nature

D

Weak Lewis acid character

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`BF_(3)`, due to its strong Lewis acid nature, accepts a pair of electron from the donar molecule and thus behaves as a catalyst.
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