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In which of the following molecules does the central atom not follow the octet rule?

A

`CO_2`

B

`BF_3`

C

`H_2O`

D

`PCl_3`

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The correct Answer is:
B
In `BF_3`, the central `B` atom has only six valence electrons, i.e., its octet is not complete.
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