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The property/properties that show irregularity in the first four elements of group-17 are:

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For group-17 elements, remember that the irregularities mainly arise due to the electron configuration and atomic size trends.
Updated On: Apr 27, 2025
  • Covalent radius
  • Electron affinity
  • Ionic radius
  • First ionization energy 

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The Correct Option is C

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The order of first four elements of group-17 are as follows.
  • F<Cl<Br<I (Covalent radius)
  • Cl>F>Br>I (Electron affinity)
  • F<Cl<Br<I (Ionic radius)
  • F>Cl>Br>I (First ionization energy)
Electron affinity order is irregular.
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