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B
Negative
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C
Zero
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is B Negative In the process Cl(g)+eΔH−−→Cl(g),ΔH is negative.
The process represents electron gain enthalpy of chlorine. Energy is released when an electron is added to the gaseous chlorine atom. Chlorine has the most negative value of electron gain enthalpy. It is equal to -348.3 kJ/mole.