MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #804

Which of the following elements deviates from the general trend by having a higher electron affinity than its neighbor?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #804

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which of the following elements deviates from the general trend by having a higher electron affinity than its neighbor?

    • A) Oxygen
    • B) Chlorine
    • C) Sulfur
    • D) Bromine

    Answer: Chlorine

    Explanation: Cl has higher EA than F due to smaller size and less repulsion. Option A shows lower EA than S due to repulsion.