ThermochemistryHard
Question
Enthalpy of formation of HF and HCl are - 161 kJ and - 92 kJ respectively. Which of thefollowing statements is incorrect ?
Options
A.HCl is more stable than HF
B.HF and HCl are exothermic compounds
C.The affinity of fluorine to hydrogen is greater than the affinity of chlorine to hydrogen
D.HF is more stable than HCl
Solution
More the enthalpy of formation less will be the stability of the compound.
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