Formation of anion from a neutral atom X is favoured by

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high electron affinity

Large size of X

low ionisation Potential

high charge on anion X

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

X+e−→XΘGreater the electron gain enthalpy (affinity), larger the tendency of the formation of anion.

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