$B F_{3}$ is used as a catalyst in various organic reactions because ?

it is a strong reducing agent

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it is a highly reactive compound

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it is a weak Lewis acid

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it is a strong Lewis acid.

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Solution

The correct option is D it is a strong Lewis acid.
Answer:- (D) it is a strong Lewis acid.
As a strong Lewis acid, $B F_{3}$ 's catalytic properties are used for such reactions as alkylation of aromatic hydrocarbons, polymerization of phenolic and epoxy resins as well as other isomerization, esterification, and condensation reactions.

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