AIPMT PRELIMS2003Chemistry-Inorganic Chemistry
AIPMT PRELIMS 2003 Chemistry Halogens MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following statements is not true :
A
Among halide ions, iodide is the most powerful reducing agent
B
Fluorine is the only halogen that does not show a variable oxidation state
C
HOCl is a stronger acid than HOBr
D
HF is a stronger acid than HCl
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
HF is not a stronger acid than HCl. In fact, HF is a weak acid compared to HCl, which is a strong acid.
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