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Compare the oxidizing action of F2 and Cl2 by considering parameters such as bond dissociation enthalpy, electron gain enthalpy and hydration enthalpy. |
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Answer» F2 is the stronger oxidising agent than chlorine (a) Low enthalpy of dissociation of F-F bond. (b) Less negative electron gain enthalpy of F. (c) High hydration enthalpy of F- ion |
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