P-Block Elements Ques 103
Question: Which statement is false
[MP PET 1991]
Options:
A) Electronegativity of fluorine is maximum
B) Electron affinity of fluorine is maximum
C) Melting point of fluorine is minimum
D) Boiling point of fluorine is maximum
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Electron affinity of $Cl_2$ is maximum
| Element - | F | Cl | Br | I |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E.A. kJ/mole - | 332.6 | 348.5 | 324.7 | 295.5 |
| Boiling pt $ ( ^{o}C ) $ | -188.1 | -34.6 | 59.5 | 185.2 |
