Multiple choice

Which of the following compounds is used in the production of uranium halide at ambient temperature?

  1. β-ICl

  2. IBr

  3. ICl3

  4. IF3

  5. ClF3
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E Correct answer
Explanation

ClF3 (cololourless) and BrF3 (yellow green liquid) are used as non aqueous solvents. These are used for the production of UF6 in the enrichment of 235U.

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