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An element in period-3 which has zero electron affinity is:

A
neon
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sulphur
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C
sodium
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D
argon
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Solution

The correct option is D argon
Argon belongs to period 3. It is an inert element and stable. It neither requires to gain electron nor lose. It has its octet complete and hence it has the zero electron affinity.

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