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Among the halogens, which element has the most negative electron gain enthalpy?

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Answer: C

The electron gain enthalpy of Cl () is more negative than that of F (). The 2p subshell of F is so compact that the added electron suffers strong inter-electronic repulsion. Br and I are less negative because of their larger size. Hence Cl is correct.
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