Embibe Experts Solutions for Chapter: The p-Block Elements, Exercise 1: Exercise-1

Why boron halides do not exist as dimers while ${\mathrm{AlCl}}_3$ exists as ${\mathrm{Al}}_2{\mathrm{Cl}}_6$?

Which of the following is correct order of stability:

Thermodynamically the most stable form of carbon is 

Why is Bi($\mathrm{V}$) a stronger oxidant than Sb($\mathrm{V}$)?

Considering the parameters such as bond dissociation enthalpy, electron gain enthalpy and hydration enthalpy, compare the oxidising power of ${\mathrm{F}}_2$ and ${\mathrm{Cl}}_2.$

Why are halogens coloured ?

Write the reactions of ${\mathrm{F}}_2$ and ${\mathrm{Cl}}_2$ with water.

How can you prepare ${\mathrm{Cl}}_2$ from $\mathrm{HCl}$ and $\mathrm{HCl}$ from ${\mathrm{Cl}}_2$? Write reactions only.