The electron affinity of the following elements can be arranged as :
A
Cl>O>N>C
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B
Cl>O>C>N
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C
Cl>N>C>O
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D
Cl>C>O>N
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Solution
The correct option is ACl>O>N>C Electron affinity represents tendency of an atom to accept an electron. Electron affinity increases from left to right and decreases down the group. The images attached compares the electron affinity values of elements.