Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12
Which of the following statements about interhalogen compounds is correct?
A
All interhalogen compounds are covalent and diamagnetic.
B
Interhalogen compounds can only be gases at room temperature.
C
The highest oxidation state of halogens in interhalogen compounds is +3.
D
Interhalogen compounds are generally found in the elemental form.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, interhalogen compounds are covalent molecules and are diamagnetic in nature. They can exist as gases, liquids, or solids at room temperature, and their highest oxidation states can go beyond +3.
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