NEET2013Chemistry-Periodic Table

NEET 2013 Chemistry Electron Gain Enthalpy MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which one of the following arrangements represents the correct order of least negative to most negative electron gain enthalpy for C, Ca, Al, F and O?

A

Al < Ca < O < C < F

B

Al < O < C < Ca < F

C

C < F < O < Al < Ca

D

Ca < Al < C < O < F

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Electron gain enthalpy becomes more negative across a period and less negative down a group. Fluorine has the most negative electron gain enthalpy.

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