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Q.

What is the geometry of the fluorine atoms around the boron atom in BF4- ? 

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a

Planar

b

See-saw 

c

Tetrahedral

d

Triangular pyramidal 

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

The molecular geometry shape of BF4- , tetrahedral.

Boron has 3 valance electrons and each of the four fluorides contributes one electron to each covalent bond. The overall negative charge of the molecule contributes another electron. 

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