Question:

Which of the following is the largest is size?

Updated On: Jun 6, 2024
  • $ Cl^{-} $
  • $ S^{2-} $
  • $ Na^{+} $
  • $ F^{-} $
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

$C l^{-}$and $S^{2-}$ are isoelectronic species (containing equal number of electrons, i.e., $18$). Their radii would be different because of their different nuclear charge. Anion with the greater negative charge will have the larger radius hence $S^{2-}$ has larger size than $C l^{-}$. For isoelectronic species, radii $\propto \frac{1}{Z}$ Further $Na ^{+}$and $F ^{-}$ are also isoelectronic species but they have $10$ electrons. Hence, their sizes are smaller than $S ^{2-}$ ion.
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Haloalkanes and Haloarenes - Classification

Classification of Haloalkanes and Haloarenes are as follows:

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes are Classified on the Basis of the Number of Halogen Atoms:

These are further classified as mono, di, or polyhalogen (tri-,tetra-, etc.) compounds depending on whether they contain one, two or more halogen atoms in their structures. For example;

  • Monohaloalkane
  • Dihaloalkane
  • Trihaloalkane

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes are Classified on Compounds Containing sp3 C—X Bond (X= F, Cl, Br, I)

This class includes:

  • Alkyl halides or haloalkanes (R—X)
  • Allylic halides
  • Benzylic halides

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes are Classified on Compounds Containing sp2 C—X Bond

This class includes:

  • Vinylic halides
  • Aryl halides