JEE Main Chemistry question

ChemistryThe p-Block ElementsJEE Main

The bond dissociation energy of B─F in is , whereas that of C─F in is . The correct reason for the higher B─F bond dissociation energy as compared to that of C─F is

Answer: (B)

Solution

Boron in has an empty orbital and can accept -electron density back-donated from a filled -orbital of fluorine ( back bonding), giving the

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