Which of these non-metals would be most reactive?

F

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C l

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B r

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I

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A t

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Solution

The correct option is A $F$
Fluorine is the smallest atom of the halogen elements. It also has the strongest ability to attract electrons from other elements, making it the most reactive of the halogens. As you look down the column on the periodic table, the atoms get larger and have less ability to attract electrons.

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