JEE Main Chemistry question

As the atomic number of the halogens increases, the halogens:

(A)Lose the outermost electrons less readily
(B)Become lighter in colour
(C)Become less dense
(D)Gain electrons less readilyCorrect

Answer: (D)

Solution

Down the halogen group, atomic size increases and the nuclear attraction for an incoming electron weakens (increased shielding), so the tendency to gain an extra electron

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