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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