Elements of which of the following groups will form anions most readily?

Oxygen family

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Nitrogen family

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Halogens

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Alakali metals

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Solution

The correct option is C Halogens
As halogens have seven electrons $(n s^{2} n p^{5})$ in the valence shell, they have a strong tendency to acquire the nearest inert gas configuration by gaining an electron from the metallic atom and form halide ions easily.

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