When Mg is added to a carbon compound containing two different halide groups at symmetrical positions, which one forms the grignard reagent? for eg a compound containing Cl and Br
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1As per the periodic table, the Halogens are in the order F ,Cl , Br, I ,As. Since , Cl is more reactive it will easily combine with Na-Mg-Cl. Therefore, Cl is the answer and Halogens preceding another will get the preference.