P-Block Elements Ques 617

Question: Of the interhalogen $ AX_3 $ compounds, $ ClF_3 $ is most reactive but $ BrF_3 $ has higher conductance in liquid state. This is because

Options:

A) $ BrF_3 $ has higher molecular mass.

B) $ ClF_3 $ is more volatile.

C) $ BrF_3 $ dissociates into $ BrF_2^{+} $ and $ BrF_4^{-} $ most easily.

D) Electrical conductance does not depend on concentration.

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

In liquid state $ BrF_3 $ dissociates into $ BrF_2^{+} $ and $ BrF_4^{-} $ ions most easily.



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