NEETChemistryP Block ElementsMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following statements is not true
for halogens?
- AAll are oxidizing agents.
- BAll form monobasic oxyacids.
- CAll but fluorine show positive oxidation states.
- DChlorine has the highest electron-gain enthalpy.
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Correct answer: C
All halogens show both positive and negative oxidation states while fluorine shows only negative oxidation state except 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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