BF3 has a no dipole moment. a) Draw the Lewis structure for BF3, showing all nonbonding electrons.   b) Indicate the polarity of every atom in the structure using δ+ and δ– notation, and  explain why the molecule has no net dipole.  Please provide a thorough explanation that allows for undertanding of topic.

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Chapter1: Covalent Bonding And Shapes Of Molecules
Section1.9: Molecular Orbitals For Delocalized Systems
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BF3 has a no dipole moment. 
a) Draw the Lewis structure for BF3, showing all nonbonding electrons.   
b) Indicate the polarity of every atom in the structure using δ+ and δ– notation, and  explain why the molecule has no net dipole. 

Please provide a thorough explanation that allows for undertanding of topic.

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