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Periodic Trends

Question 1 • *26-27 CFISD TX-Chemistry A CR

Which element would most likely have an electron affinity measuring closest to zero?

Answer
A
Na
B
Al
C
Rb
D
Ar

Explanation

Argon (Ar) has a full outer electron shell, so gaining another electron is unfavorable and its electron affinity is closest to zero. Sodium, aluminum, and rubidium are metals that can more readily gain an electron, so their electron affinities are farther from zero.

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