Reaction of halogen with potassium halide

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The experiment focused on the oxidizing abilities of halogens when reacted with potassium halide solutions. It was determined that the addition of hexane served as a non-polar solvent to visualize color changes, indicating whether a displacement reaction occurred. The polarity of the solvent played a crucial role in the experiment's outcomes, highlighting the importance of solvent choice in chemical reactions involving halogens.

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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? :confused:
 
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Think in terms of solvent polarity.
 

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