electron-deficient

the boron atom in boron trifluoride is significantly electron-deficient.

electron-deficient lewis acids readily accept electron pairs from lewis bases.

many transition metal complexes exhibit electron-deficient character.

the electron-deficient center facilitates coordination with a ligand.

electron-deficient species are often good catalysts in organic reactions.

the formation of adducts is favored by electron-deficient reactants.

electron-deficient compounds can act as strong electrophiles.

the electron-deficient nature of aluminum chloride makes it a useful catalyst.

electron-deficient silicon in silicon tetrachloride readily forms complexes.

understanding electron-deficient behavior is crucial in coordination chemistry.

electron-deficient centers often undergo nucleophilic attack.