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COMEDK · Chemistry · 6. Thermodynamics (C)

Enthalpy of formation of \(\mathrm{HF}\) and \(\mathrm{HCl}\) are \(-161 \mathrm{~kJ}\) and \(-92 \mathrm{~kJ}\) respectively. Which of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. A \(\mathrm{HCl}\) is more stable than \(\mathrm{HF}\).
  2. B \(\mathrm{HF}\) and \(\mathrm{HCl}\) are exothermic compounds.
  3. C The affinity of fluorine to hydrogen is greater than the affinity of chlorine to hydrogen.
  4. D \(\mathrm{HF}\) is more stable than \(\mathrm{HCl}\).
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(A) \(\mathrm{HCl}\) is more stable than \(\mathrm{HF}\).

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As enthalpy of formation of \(\mathrm{HF}\) is more negative, than that of \(\mathrm{HCl}\) and \(\mathrm{HF}\) is more stable than HCl. The bond strength of hydrogen with halogen decrease down the group due to increases in size.