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Which of the following statements provides the correct reason for the existence of ClF3but the absence of FCl3?
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)NEET
Options:
  • A Because chlorine is more electronegative than fluorine.
  • B Because fluorine is more electronegative than chlorine.
  • C Because chlorine has more valence electrons than fluorine.
  • D Because fluorine has more valence electrons than chlorine.
Solution:
1677 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Because fluorine is more electronegative than chlorine.
Correct Option is : (B)
Because fluorine is more electronegative than chlorine.

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