Interhalogen compounds are generally more reactive than their parent halogens (except fluorine). What is the fundamental reason for this higher reactivity?

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Correct answer: A. Interhalogen compounds are generally more reactive than parent halogens (except ) because the bond is polar and weaker than the non-polar bond of the pure halogens, lowering the activation energy for reactions.

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