Arrange the halogens F_2, Cl_2, Br_2, I_2 in order of their increasing reactivity with alkanes.

MHT CET Chemistry question

Arrange the halogens in order of their increasing reactivity with alkanes.

(A)Correct
(B)
(C)
(D)

Answer: (A)

Solution

Free-radical halogenation of alkanes becomes faster as the halogen radical becomes more reactive (weaker X-X bond and more stable H-X bond formed), so reactivity

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