Chemistry NEET Full Syllabus Mock Test 180 Question New Syllabus Mock Test - 11 PCB Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 14, 2026

Which of the following is correct regarding colour and water solubility of the halogens?

A
Chlorine is greenish-yellow and more soluble in water than bromine and iodine.
B
Bromine is colourless and highly soluble in water.
C
Iodine is violet and more soluble in water than chlorine.
D
All three-chlorine, bromine and iodine-are equally soluble in water.

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(greenish-yellow gas) dissolves to give "chlorine water"; (reddish-brown) and (violet) are much less soluble in water ( is sparingly soluble, dissolves better in KI as ).

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