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Which is/are true in case of `BF_(3)` ?

A

It is volatile liquid even at room temperature

B

It is Lewis acid

C

It has planer geometry

D

It forms adduct with `NH_(3)`

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To determine which statements are true regarding BF₃ (Boron Trifluoride), we will analyze each option provided. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Evaluate the first statement: "BF₃ is a volatile liquid at room temperature."** - BF₃ has a low melting point and is actually a gas at room temperature. Therefore, this statement is **false**. 2. **Evaluate the second statement: "BF₃ is a Lewis acid."** - BF₃ has only six electrons in its valence shell (it has three bonds with fluorine and no lone pairs). This makes it electron-deficient and capable of accepting an electron pair, which qualifies it as a Lewis acid. Therefore, this statement is **true**. 3. **Evaluate the third statement: "BF₃ has a planar geometry."** - The molecular geometry of BF₃ is trigonal planar due to the three fluorine atoms surrounding the boron atom, which is in the center. Thus, this statement is also **true**. 4. **Evaluate the fourth statement: "BF₃ forms adducts with NH₃."** - BF₃, being a Lewis acid, can react with NH₃, which is a Lewis base, to form an adduct. This reaction occurs as NH₃ donates an electron pair to the electron-deficient boron atom in BF₃. Therefore, this statement is **true**. ### Conclusion: The true statements regarding BF₃ are: - **B (BF₃ is a Lewis acid)** - **C (BF₃ has a planar geometry)** - **D (BF₃ forms adducts with NH₃)** ### Final Answer: The correct options are B, C, and D. ---
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