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The incorrect statements is: (1) F2 is stronger oxidizing agent than Cl2 in aqueous solution. (2) Cl2 is more reactive than ClF. (3) On hydrolysis ClF forms HOCl and HF.

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The incorrect statements is:

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  • F2 is stronger oxidizing agent than Cl2 in aqueous solution.

  • Cl2 is more reactive than ClF. 

  • On hydrolysis ClF forms HOCl and HF. 

  • F2 is more reactive than ClF.

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Solution

Cl2 is more reactive than ClF.

Explanation:

The statement that Cl2 is more reactive than ClF is untrue since Cl2 is a non-polar bond with lower reactivity than Cl - F due to a difference in electronegativity between the two bonds. As a result, Cl2 is less reactive than ClF.

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