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Question
Halogens are ______.
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non-metals and basic
metals and acidic
non-metals and acidic
metals and basic
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Solution
Halogens are non-metals and acidic.
Explanation:
Halogens are highly electronegative non-metals. When they combine with oxygen, they generate non-metallic oxides that react with water to form highly acidic solutions.
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