Q6 / 90 · JEE Main 2022 (25 Jun Shift 2) · Chemistry

What is the correct oder of electron gain enthalpy of Cl, F, Te, Po

  • A
     F>Cl>Te>Po 
  • Correct answer
    B
    Cl>F>Te >Po 
  • C
    Te>Po>Cl>F
  • D
    Po>Te>F>Cl

Solution

Electron gain enthalpy values of the elements are given below in kJ/mol,

FCl Te  Po −333−349−190−174.

Down the group electron affinity decreases. The size of fluorine atom is small. The addition of electron to small fluorine atom results in electron-electron repulsions. Hence, fluorine has less electron affinity than chlorine.

Hence, the correct order is 

Cl>F>Te>PO

 

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

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