Multiple choice

Which of the following is/are the function(s) of PF3?

  1. Inhibits haemoglobin

  2. Tartar emetic

  3. Dyeing and pottery

  4. Fluorinating agent

  5. Both (3) and (4)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

This option is correct because the trifluoro phosphine is act as the pi-accepter ligand. On the basis of this fact, it binds up with the metal of the haemoglobin to produce M-CO bonding which inhibits the action of haemoglobin in blood.

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