Question

Select the correct statement(s) among the following.
(a) $ICl$ is more reactive than $C{l}_2$.
(b) $Br{F}_3$ has bent $T$-shape.
(c) $IC{l}_3$ is diamagnetic in nature .

• A. (a) and (b) only
• B. (a), (b) and (c)
• C. (b) and (c) only
• D. (a) and (c) only

Answer 1

The correct option is B (a), (b) and (c)

• Interhalogen compounds are more reactive than pure halogen due to electronegativity difference.
• $Br{F}_3$ is bent T-shaped
• All interhalogen compounds are diamagnetic in nature, as they have all paired electrons.