Question

The incorrect statement is:

• A. $Cl _{2}$ is more reactive than $ClF$.
• B. $F _{2}$ is more reactive than $ClF$.
• C. On hydrolysis $ClF$ froms $HOCl$ and $HF$.
• D. $F _{2}$ is a stronger oxidizing agent than $Cl _{2}$ in aqueous solution

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

(i) Reactivity order:
$F _{2}> ClF $ (inter halogen) $ > Cl _{2}$
(ii) $ClF + H _{2} O \rightarrow HOCl + HF$
(iii) Oxidizing power in aqueous solution
$F _{2}> Cl _{2}> Br _{2}> I _{2}$