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Explain the following

BF3 has no dipole moment, but PF3 has a substantial dipole.

Important Questions on The Group 13 Elements

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What is the main source of boron? Outline the steps in the extraction of boron.
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Draw the structure of the B12 unit found in the solid structure of boron. What is this shape called?
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Work out the shape of the BO33- ion and explain why it has this structure.
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Explain the following 

BF3 and BrF3 molecules have different shapes.

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Give two examples of alums. What species (ions) are present when these materials dissolve in water?
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How would you prepare LiH and LiAlH4? What are they used for?
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Give two different preparations for Et3Al and describe its use as a catalyst for polymerizing C2H4.
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Compare and contrast the chemistry of boron and aluminium.