Q.
Atom of which of the following elements has the greatest ability to attract electrons?
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a
Silicon
b
Sulphur
c
Sodium
d
Chlorine
answer is D.
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Detailed Solution
Halogens have very strong tendency to accept an additional electron and their electron gain enthalpies are therefore high.
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