Electron gain enthalpy of 17th group elements are −349,−328,−325,−296,−270kJ/mol (not in order). The element which has electron gain enthalpy −296kJ/mol is:
A
F
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B
Cl
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C
Br
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D
I
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Solution
The correct option is DI On moving down the group atomic size and nuclear charge increases. The effect of increase in atomic size is more pronounced than that of nuclear charge.
X+e−⟶X−
Electron gain enthalpy becomes less negative on going down the group.