Rank the Following Molecules in Decreasing Bond Energy

question 10

Multiple Choice

Rank the following molecules in decreasing bond energy. Cl₂ Br₂ F₂ I₂

• A) I₂ > Br₂ > Cl₂ > F₂
• B) Cl₂ > Br₂ > F₂ > I₂
• C) I₂ > Cl₂ > Br₂ > F₂
• D) Cl₂ > I₂ > F₂ > Br₂

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