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Which one of the following elements is unable to form $MF_6^{3-}$ ion?
Explanation
Boron lacks d-orbitals, so its maximum covalency is 4.
Detailed Solution
$\because$ 'B' has no vacant d-orbitals in its valence shell, so it can't extend its covalency beyond 4.
i.e. 'B' cannot form an ion like $MF_6^{3-}$, i.e. $BF_6^{3-}$.
So boron is unable to form $MF_6^{3-}$.
