Of the following molecules, which is the strongest Lewis Acid? NH3, NF3, NCl, BH3, BF3, BCl3...

Of the following molecules, which is the strongest Lewis Acid?

NH3, NF3, NCl, BH3, BF3, BCl3

Please include an explanation with the answer. I am having a really hard time figuring this out.

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queen_honey_blossom answered 1 year ago

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