Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the $B-F$ bond in $BF_3$?

  • A
    All three $B-F$ bond lengths are equal and each is shorter than the sum of the covalent radii of boron and fluorine.
  • B
    The bond energy of the $B-F$ bond is very high,which is higher than the bond energy of any other single bond.
  • C
    The unusual shortness and strength of the $B-F$ bond can be explained by $p\pi - p\pi$ interaction between boron and fluorine.
  • D
    The unusual shortness and strength of the $B-F$ bond can be explained by $p\pi - d\pi$ interaction between boron and fluorine.

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