3. Classification of elements and periodicity in properties — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question
Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistry3. Classification of elements and periodicity in properties1 Mark
MCQ
Which of the following elements will have the lowest electron affinity
A
Nitrogen
B
Flourine
C
Chlorine
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Phosphorus
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Answer
Correct option: D.
Phosphorus
d (d) Phosphorus have the lowest electron affinity due to half filled $p$ orbital, but in nitrogen electron affinity is greater than phosphorus because of large nuclear attraction in comparison with phosphorus.
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