Reaction of halogen with potassium halide

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The experiment aimed to establish the order of oxidizing ability among halogens in aqueous solution by reacting them with potassium halide solutions. Hexane was included in the experiment to help visualize color changes and to assess whether halogen displacement occurred. The use of hexane, a non-polar solvent, is significant as it allows for a clear distinction between the polar aqueous phase and the non-polar organic phase, facilitating the observation of halogen reactions and their oxidizing capabilities. The polarity of the solvent plays a crucial role in the solubility and reactivity of halogens, influencing the outcomes of the displacement reactions.

Oct 31, 2010

thamwenyin

I conducted a experiment to determine the order of oxidizing ability of the halogens in aqueous solution. Halogens were reacted with potassium halide solution. Why hexane was added in this experiment to indicate the changes of colour and to determine whether displacement of halogen occur?

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Oct 31, 2010

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Think in terms of solvent polarity.

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