Question

Write the reactions of F2 and Cl2 with water.

Answer 1

Answer:

(1) Cl2 + H2O → HCl + HOCl

Hydrochloric acid Hypochlorous acid

(2) 2F2(g) + 2H2O(I) → 4H+(aq) + 4F-(aq) + O2(g) + 4HF(aq)

Answer 2

(1) Cl2 + H2O → HCl + HOCl

Hydrochloric acid Hypochlorous acid

(2) 2F2(g) + 2H2O(I) → 4H+(aq) + 4F-(aq) + O2(g) + 4HF(aq)