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What is the trend of electronegativity in the halogens group?
What is the trend of electronegativity in the halogens group?
- Increases from left to right
- Increases from top to bottom (correct)
- Decreases from top to bottom
- Remains constant across the group
Which halogen has the highest oxidizing power?
Which halogen has the highest oxidizing power?
- Bromine
- Iodine
- Fluorine (correct)
- Chlorine
What is the most common oxidation state for halogens?
What is the most common oxidation state for halogens?
- +7
- 0
- +1
- -1 (correct)
Flashcards
Electronegativity trend in halogens
Electronegativity trend in halogens
Electronegativity increases as you move from top to bottom in the halogens group.
Halogen with highest oxidizing power
Halogen with highest oxidizing power
Fluorine has the highest oxidizing power among halogens.
Common halogen oxidation state
Common halogen oxidation state
The most common oxidation state for halogens is -1.