Based on electronegativity and bond polarization, which of the following covalent halides will undergo hydrolysis to yield hypochlorous acid () as one of the primary products?

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Based on electronegativity and bond polarization, which of the following covalent halides will undergo hydrolysis to yield hypochlorous acid ($HOCl$) as one of the primary products?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B. During hydrolysis, the more electronegative atom attracts the from water, while the less electronegative atom attracts the . In , Nitrogen is slightly more electronegative or sterically favored to accept , forming and leaving to bond with , yielding . In contrast, forms and because Cl is more electronegative than P.

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