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The correct group of halide ions which can be oxidised by oxygen in acidic medium is
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)JEE MainJEE Main 2023 (13 Apr Shift 2)
Options:
  • A Br and I only
  • B Br only
  • C I only
  • D Cl , Br and I only
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The correct answer is: I only

Fluorine oxidises water to oxygen whereas chlorine & bromine react with water to form corresponding HX & HOX acids.

2F2+2H2O4HF+O2Cl2+H2OHCl+HOCl

The reaction of I2 with water is nonspontaneous. In fact I can be oxidised by oxygen in acidic medium. It is why the I in nature is not present in that much amount as other halides are present in nature.

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