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Arrange the halogens 
, in order of their increasing reactivity with alkanes:
A
B
C
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Rate of reaction of alkanes with halogens is 
Reactivity decreases with decrease in electronegativity and electronegativity decrease down the group. Alkane react with 
vigorously and with 
the reaction is too slow that it requires a catalyst.
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