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How does electronegativity of halogen varies?

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How does the electronegativity of halogen varies?

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The electronegativity of halogens decreases down the group because atomic size increases and the attraction between the nucleus and the bonding electrons decreases.

F > Cl > Br > I

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Chapter 1: Periodic Properties and Variations of Properties - Intext Question [Page 16]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 1 Periodic Properties and Variations of Properties
Intext Question | Q 9. | Page 16
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