Question: In aromatic chlorinations, we use FeCl3 with Cl2 as the reagents, and for aromatic brominations, we use FeBr3 with Br2. Suggest a reason as to

In aromatic chlorinations, we use FeCl3 with Cl2 as the reagents, and for aromatic brominations, we use FeBr3 with Br2. Suggest a reason as to why the iron halide (FeX3) always has the same halide (X) as the halogenating agent (X2).

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