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Which element has the largest electron affinity?

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K
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Ca
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Br
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Kr
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Zn
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Solution

The correct option is E Br
In general, non-metals which have the tendency to gain electrons, which make them electronegative in nature. So, bromine is a non-metal and other elements are metals which have the tendency to donate valence electrons. Hence, bromine largest electron affinity.

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