Arrange S, O and Se in the ascending order of electron affinity.

Se < S < O

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Se < O < S

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S < O < Se

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S < Se < O

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Solution

The correct option is A
Se < S < O

The electron affinity decreases on moving down the group. So, the correct order is Se < S < O.

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