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Assertion :- The net dipole moment of `BF_3` is zero.
Reason :- The net dipole moment of a molecule depends upon its geometry.

A

If both Assertion and Reason are CORRECT and Reason is the CORRECT explanation of the Assertion

B

If both Assertion and Reason are CORRECT but Reason is not the CORRECT explanation of the Assertion.

C

If Assertion is CORRECT but Reason is INCORRECT.

D

If Assertion is INCORRECT but Reason is CORRECT.

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To solve the given question regarding the assertion and reason about the net dipole moment of BF3, we can break it down into the following steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Assertion**: - The assertion states that the net dipole moment of BF3 is zero. - To evaluate this, we need to consider the molecular structure and the electronegativity of the atoms involved. 2. **Analyzing the Molecular Geometry**: - BF3 (Boron Trifluoride) has a trigonal planar geometry. - In this structure, the boron atom is at the center with three fluorine atoms symmetrically arranged around it. 3. **Electronegativity Consideration**: - Fluorine is more electronegative than boron, which means that each B-F bond will have a dipole moment pointing towards the fluorine atom. - However, due to the symmetry of the trigonal planar arrangement, the dipole moments of the three B-F bonds will cancel each other out. 4. **Conclusion on the Assertion**: - Since the dipole moments cancel each other due to the symmetry of the molecule, the net dipole moment of BF3 is indeed zero. - Therefore, the assertion is correct. 5. **Understanding the Reason**: - The reason states that the net dipole moment of a molecule depends upon its geometry. - This is a true statement because the spatial arrangement of atoms in a molecule affects how the individual dipole moments combine to give a net dipole moment. 6. **Conclusion on the Reason**: - Since the geometry of BF3 (trigonal planar) leads to the cancellation of dipole moments, the reason is also correct. 7. **Final Evaluation**: - Both the assertion and the reason are correct, and the reason correctly explains why the assertion is true. ### Final Answer: Both the assertion and the reason are correct. ---
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