Chemistry-Periodic Table
NEET Chemistry Periodic Table Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11
Assertion (A): Halogens have a high tendency to gain electrons. | Reason (R): Halogens have a complete valence shell configuration similar to noble gases.
A
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Halogens have a high tendency to gain electrons due to their highly negative electron gain enthalpies, but they do not have a complete valence shell configuration like noble gases.
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