The common oxidation number of halogens is:
Correct answer: A. -1
- A. -1
- B. +1
- C. -2
- D. 0
Explanation
The most common oxidation state of halogens is -1. Halogens are the most electronegative elements of the periodic table. Their outer electron configuration is ns2, np5. If chlorine, for example, gains one more electron, the outer p orbitals are filled (resulting in a full octet). Since halogens are electronegative, they can easily remove an electron from nearby atoms to add to their valence p orbital achieving a full octet.
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