Q. On exciting $Cl_{2}$ molecules by UV light, we get
A) $Cl^{\bullet}$
B) $Cl^{+}$
C) $Cl^{-}$
D) All of these
Explanation
(a)
Covalent bonds are cleaved in homolytic way in presence of UV light. It results in formation of free radical.
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