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Published on: August 12, 2026
Identify the incorrect statement about the interhalogen compounds
A
is more reactive than 
B
They are diamagnetic in nature
C
The products of 
and water are 
and water are D
They act as fluorinating agents
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
During the hydrolysis of interhalogen compounds, oxyacids of less electronegative or large sized halogen is formed and other halogen forms halogen acid. Thus, less electronegative iodine forms HOI and more electronegative chlorine forms 
.
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