MHT CET202411 May 2024Morning ShiftChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesActual
Which alkyl halide has highest bond enthalpy of C - X bond?
Options
- ACH ₃- Cl
- BCH ₃- F
- CCH ₃- Br
- DCH ₃- I
Correct answer
B. CH ₃- F
Step-by-step solution
As the size of halogen increases from F to I , C - X bond length increases and C - X bond strength decreases. With decrease in bond strength, it becomes easier to break the bond by applying minimum energy. C - F bond length is the shortest, so C - F bond strength is highest and CH ₃ ~F has the highest bond enthalpy.