Consider the synthesis of various fluorocarbons. When would HF be reagent of choice?
A) For synthesis of any fluorocarbon
B) For synthesis of chlorofluorocarbons
C) HF is not used for synthesis of C-F compounds because it is too corosive.

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HF is specifically used in the synthesis of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) due to its ability to selectively introduce fluorine atoms into organic molecules, often in the presence of chlorinated compounds.

Consider the Synthesis of Various Fluorocarbons