Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Ques 250
Question: The correct order of reactivity of halogens is [MHCET 2003]
Options:
A) $ F>Cl>Br>I $
B) $ F<Cl\gt Br<I $
C) $ F<Cl<Br<I $
D) $ F<Cl<Br\gt I $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
We know that atomic no. of fluorine (F), chlorine (Cl), Bromine (Br) and Iodine (I) are 9, 17, 35 and 53 respectively. Therefore correct reactivity of halogens is $ F>Cl>Br>I $
