Question
Comment on the (i) reactivity (ii)colour(iii) physical state of group 17 elements.

Answer

Group 17 elements or halogens:
  1. Reactivity: Halogens are the most reactive non-metals, their reactivity decreases down the group. Fluorine is the most reactive halogen and iodine is the least reactive halogen.
  2. Colour: Fluorine is a pale yellow gas, chlorine is a greenish-yellow gas, bromine is a reddish-brown liquid and iodine is a violet solid.
  3. Physical state: Gaseous

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