Equilibrium Question 10
Question: Which of the following is the strongest Lewis acid [EAMCET 1998]
Options:
A) $ BI_3 $
B) $ BBr_3 $
C) $ BCl_3 $
D) $ BF_3 $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Larger the size of halogen atom less is the back donation of electrons into empty 2p orbital of B.