Choose the best Lewis structure for BF$_3$.
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Determine the total number of valence electrons in the molecule. B has 3 valence electrons, and F has 7 valence electrons. Therefore, the total number of valence electrons in BF3 is: 3 (B) + 3 (F) = 24 valence electrons Show more…
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