Question

Elements in the halogen family belonging to 17th group in the periodic table show similarity in their properties .

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Similar properties:-

(i) Group 17 elements have high electronegativity than other groups.

(ii) They have high $e^{-}$ affinity than other groups.

(iii) Group 17 has high $e^{-}$ gain enthalpy.