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Which of the following neutral molecules acts as an electrophile specifically because the central atGOC and Organic Chemistry Basics Chemistry Question

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Which of the following neutral molecules acts as an electrophile specifically because the central atom possesses a vacant d-orbital capable of accepting electron pairs?

Answer: C

💡 Solution & Explanation

While $BF_3$ and $AlCl_3$ act as electrophiles due to an incomplete octet (vacant p-orbital), molecules like $SnCl_4$ and $SiF_4$ act as neutral electrophiles because they possess a vacant d-orbital on the central atom.

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