Astatine is the last element in halogen group (VII). It is expected to be:
A
more electronegative than iodine
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B
composed of diatomic molecules
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C
limited to an oxidation number of -1 in its compounds
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D
a solid at room temperature
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Solution
The correct option is D a solid at room temperature As we move down the group, molar mass and forces increases so elements exists in solid state. So iodine and astaline are solid at room temperature.