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Shape of BF−4 is:

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Tetrahedral
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Pyramidal
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Trigonal planar
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Bent
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Solution

The correct option is A Tetrahedral
The molecular geometry shape of BF4 is , tetrahedral.
Boron has 3 valance electrons and each of the four flourides contributes one electron to each covalent bond. The overall negative charge of the molecule contributes another electron.
Thus overall we have 3+4+1=8 electrons BF4 is given above figure.

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