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The element with positive electron gain enthalpy value is

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a

Fluorine

b

Cesium

c

Helium

d

Chlorine

answer is C.

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F(Z=9) VIIA group, 2nd periodCl(Z=17) VIIA group & 3rd period

He(Z=4)VIII groupCs(Z=55) IA group, Alkali metal

Note: For inert gases or VIIIA group elements E.A is positive.

IA group elements have least E.A values but VIIA group elements have positive E.A values. As fluorine is 2nd period element it has small E.A value than Cl. 

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The element with positive electron gain enthalpy value is