Q69 / 160 · JIPMER 2012 · Chemistry

The most basic element is

A
fluorine
Correct answer
B
iodine
C
chlorine
D
bromine

Solution

The basic nature of elements increases from top to bottom in a group. Therefore, iodine is the most basic element. $\mathrm{F}_2 \lt \mathrm{Cl}_2 \lt \mathrm{Br}_2 \lt \mathrm{I}_2$

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

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