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Which of the following statements is not true for halogens?
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Q. Which of the following statements is not true for halogens?
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NEET 2018
The p-Block Elements - Part2
A
Chlorine has the highest electron-gain enthalpy.
9%
B
All form monobasic oxyacids.
28%
C
All but fluorine show positive oxidation states
45%
D
All are oxidizing agents
18%
Solution:
Fluorine shows only 1 oxidation state and other halogen shows negative and positive oxidation state. Due to high electronegativity and small size only F form one oxoacid that is HOF.