Q10 / 90 · JEE Main 2021 (26 Feb Shift 2) · Chemistry

The correct order of electron gain enthalpy is:

  • A
    S>O>Se>Te
  • B
    O>S>Se>Te
  • Correct answer
    C
    S>Se>Te>O
  • D
    Te>Se>S>O

Solution

Electron gain enthalpy is the amount of energy released when an element accepts an electron. The process is endothermic.

correct order of electron gain enthalpy is  O<S>Se>Te

⇒ S>Se>Te>O

(Oxygen shows least electron gain enthalpy due to small size of atom)

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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