Question

Specify the coordination geometry around and hybridization of N and B-atoms in a 1:1 complex of BF₃:

• A. N:Tetrahedral, sp³ ; B: Tetrahedral, SP³
• B. N:Pyramidal, sp³ ; B:Pyramidal, SP³
• C. N: Pyramidal, sp³ ; B: Planar, SP³
• D. N:Pyramidal, sp³ ; B: Tetrahedral, SP³

Answer 1

The correct option is A

N:Tetrahedral, sp³ ; B: Tetrahedral, SP³

in complex $[H_{3}N\to B{F}_3]$, both $N$ and $B$ attains $s{p}^2-$hybridisation and acquires tetrahedral geometry.