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The number of lone pairs of electrons present on the central atom of `CIF_3` is

A

`3`

B

`1`

C

`2`

D

`0`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`Cl` is the central atom. It has 7 valence electrons. Three of these are used up to form three bonds with three F atoms. Remaining four valence electrons make two lone pairs.
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