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Which of the following compounds does NOT exist due to the anomalous properties of the first element of its group?

Answer: C

💡 Solution & Explanation

Boron belongs to the second period and lacks d-orbitals, restricting its maximum covalency to 4. Thus, the $[BF_6]^{3-}$ ion, which requires a coordination number of 6, cannot physically exist.

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