Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Ques 114
Question: Nitrogen has lower electron affinity than its preceeding element carbon because
Options:
A) Electron affinity decreases along a period
B) Electron affinity generally increases along a period
C) Nitrogen atom has half filled p-orbital
D) Nitrogen is a p-block element
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Flourine although have highest electronegativity due to its very small size, effective inter electronic repulsions are observed which brings down its electron affinity.
