SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Group of elements whose ending e-configuration is p5. 7 electrons in outer level, easily gain electrons.
A
Noble gases
B
Halogens
C
Chalcogens
D
Nitrogen Group
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -For stability, the atom needs to have a full outer shell. Group 7 elements need to gain 1 electron to have a full shell.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Group 7A elements have seven valence electrons in their highest-energy orbitals (ns2np5).

Detailed explanation-3: -Atoms of Group 17, the halogens, have 7 valence electrons. A gain of one or more electrons gives these atoms a stable 8 electrons, so the halogens react easily with other elements.

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