Question

What is the common name for VII A group elements?

Answer 1

Common name for VII A group elements is called as halogens.

• Halogens: These elements are found in group-17 of the modern long form of periodic table.
• In the old group number, group 17 of modern periodic table was known as VII A.
• Examples: Fluorine $\left(\mathrm{F}\right)$, Chlorine $\left(\mathrm{Cl}\right)$, Bromine $\left(\mathrm{Br}\right)$ etc.