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Correct order of negative electron gain enthalpy is:

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S > Br > O > I
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Br > I > S > O
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S > O > Br > I
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Br > S > I > O
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Solution

The correct option is B Br > I > S > O
Electron gain enthalpy becomes less negative in a group from top to bottom and becomes more negative in a period from left to right. Electron gain enthalpy of oxygen is less negative than S because of its small size.

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