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`AlF_(3)` soluble in `HF` only in presence of KF. It is due to the formation of

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`K_(3)[AlF_(3)H_(3)]`

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`K_(3)[AlF_(6)]`

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`AlH_(3)`

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`Kl[AlF_(3)H]`

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To solve the question regarding the solubility of AlF₃ in HF only in the presence of KF, we can break down the explanation step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding AlF₃ Solubility**: - AlF₃ (aluminum fluoride) is generally insoluble in water and many solvents. However, it shows solubility in hydrofluoric acid (HF) under certain conditions. 2. **Role of HF**: - In anhydrous HF, AlF₃ can dissolve, but the solubility is limited because the fluoride ions (F⁻) are not freely available due to hydrogen bonding in HF. The HF molecules form hydrogen bonds, which reduces the availability of F⁻ ions. 3. **Introduction of KF**: - When KF (potassium fluoride) is added to the system, it provides additional fluoride ions (F⁻) that can interact with AlF₃. 4. **Formation of Complex**: - The presence of KF leads to the formation of a complex ion. Specifically, the fluoride ions from KF can react with AlF₃ to form the complex K₃AlF₆ (potassium hexafluoroaluminate). - The reaction can be summarized as: \[ AlF_3 + 3KF \rightarrow K_3AlF_6 \] - This complex is soluble in HF, which explains why AlF₃ becomes soluble in HF only when KF is present. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the solubility of AlF₃ in HF in the presence of KF is due to the formation of the complex K₃AlF₆. ### Final Answer: AlF₃ is soluble in HF only in the presence of KF due to the formation of the complex K₃AlF₆. ---

To solve the question regarding the solubility of AlF₃ in HF only in the presence of KF, we can break down the explanation step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding AlF₃ Solubility**: - AlF₃ (aluminum fluoride) is generally insoluble in water and many solvents. However, it shows solubility in hydrofluoric acid (HF) under certain conditions. 2. **Role of HF**: ...
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