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Among the following halogens
\(\mathrm{F}_2, \mathrm{Cl}_2, \mathrm{Br}_2\) and \(\mathrm{I}_2\)
Which can undergo disproportionation reactions?
ChemistryRedox ReactionsJEE MainJEE Main 2024 (08 Apr Shift 1)
Options:
  • A \(\mathrm{F}_2, \mathrm{Cl}_2\) and \(\mathrm{Br}_2\)
  • B \(\mathrm{F}_2\) and \(\mathrm{Cl}_2\)
  • C Only \(\mathrm{I}_2\)
  • D \(\mathrm{Cl}_2, \mathrm{Br}_2\) and \(\mathrm{I}_2\)
Solution:
2835 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: \(\mathrm{Cl}_2, \mathrm{Br}_2\) and \(\mathrm{I}_2\)
$\mathrm{F}_2$ do not disproportionate because fluorine do not exist in positive oxidation state however $\mathrm{Cl}_2, \mathrm{Br}_2 \& \mathrm{I}_2$ undergoes disproportionation.

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