Interhalogen compound are more reactive than the individual…

Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Physical and Chemical Properties of Group 17th Elements Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 12, 2026

Interhalogen compound are more reactive than the individual halogens because

They are prepared by direct combination of halogens

X – X` bond is weaker than X – X or X’ – X’ bonds

They are thermally more stable than halogens

There is a large difference in their electronegativity.

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Since dissimilar halogens are combined in interhalogen compound hence the bond between them (X – X’ bond) is weaker than homoatomic halogen (X – X or X’ – X’ bonds).

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