Q.

The correct order of reactivity of hydrogen halides with ethyl alcohol is

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

HCl>HBr>HF>HI

b

HF>HCl>HBr>HI

c

HBr>HCl>HI>HF

d

HI>HBr>HCl>HF

answer is D.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

  • The correct order of reactivity of hydrogen halides with ethyl alcohol is HI > HBr > HCl > HF. 
  • This is because the strength of the hydrogen-halogen bond decreases down the group from fluorine to iodine. 
  • Therefore, hydrogen iodide (HI) has the weakest hydrogen-halogen bond and is the most reactive towards nucleophiles like ethyl alcohol. 
  • On the other hand, hydrogen chloride (HCl) has the strongest hydrogen-halogen bond and is the least reactive towards nucleophiles.
Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

tricks from toppers of Infinity Learn

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon