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Which organohalogen derivatives are generally heavier than water?
AAll monochloro compounds
BBromo, iodo and polychloro
CFluoro and monochloro
DOnly methyl fluoride
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Bromo, iodo and polychloro
Heavy halogen atoms raise the density, so bromo, iodo and polychloro compounds sink in water.
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