AIPMT PRELIMS2008Chemistry-Periodic Table
AIPMT PRELIMS 2008 Chemistry Trends in Properties MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which one of the following arrangements does not give the correct picture of the trends indicated against it ?
A
F₂ > Cl₂ > Br₂ > I₂ Bond dissociation energy
B
F₂ > Cl₂ > Br₂ > I₂ Electronegativity
C
F₂ > Cl₂ > Br₂ > I₂ Oxidizing power
D
F₂ > Cl₂ > Br₂ > I₂ Electron gain enthalpy
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Bond dissociation energy decreases down the group due to increased atomic size and decreased bond strength, making option A incorrect.
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