Ncert Exercises & Solutions

7.28 Write the reactions of F₂ and Cl₂ with water.

(i) Cl₂ + H₂O → HCl (Hydrochloric acid) + HOCl (Hypochlorous acid)

(ii) 2F₂(g) + 2H₂O(l) → 4H⁺(aq) + O₂(g) + 4HF(aq)