Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Question 206

Question: Which of the following set has the strongest tendency to form anions [AFMC 1999]

Options:

A) Ga, In and Te

B) Na, Mg and Al

C) N, O and F

D) V, Cr and Mn

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

N, O and F have strong tendency to attract the shared pair of electrons i.e. by gaining electrons to form anions.