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Which of the following is least likely to act as a Lewis base?

A

`PCI_(3)`

B

`SCI_(2)`

C

`I^(-)`

D

`I^(+)`

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The correct Answer is:
D

According to Lewis theory, bases are electron pair donors.
From the given compounds, `I^(+)` being electron deficient is least likely to behave as a Lewis base.
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