NEET Chemistry NEET PYQ-Halogen Family

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    Which of the following statements is not true for halogens?                        [NEET - 2018]

    A) All but fluorine show positive oxidation states

    B) All are oxidizing agents

    C) All form monobasic oxyacid

    D) Chlorine has the highest electron-gain enthalpy

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    [a] Due to high electronegativity and small size, F forms only one oxoacid, HOF known as Fluoric (I) acid. Oxidation number of F is +1 in HOF.


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