Question

The elements present in the ${17}^{th}$ group of the modern periodic table are also known as ____.

• A. Chalcogens
• B. Alkali metals
• C. Halogens
• D. Pnicogens

Answer 1

The correct option is C Halogens

The elements present in the ${17}^{th}$ group of the modern periodic table are fluorine (F), chlorine (Cl), bromine (Br) and iodine (I). They are also called as halogens.