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BF3 is used as a catalyst in various organic reactions because
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)NEET
Options:
  • A it is a strong reducing agent
  • B it is highly reactive compound
  • C it is a weak Lewis acid
  • D it is a strong Lewis acid
Solution:
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The correct answer is: it is a strong Lewis acid
it is a strong Lewis acid. As a strong Lewis acid, its catalytic properties are usedfor suchre actions as alkylation of aromatic hydrocarbons, polymerization of phenolic and epoxy resins as well as other isomerization, esterification, and condensation reactions.

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