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Download Solution PDFIdentify the number of electrons found in the outermost shell of halogen.
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SSC CPO 2024 Official Paper-I (Held On: 27 Jun, 2024 Shift 2)
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Option 2 : Seven
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Key Points
- Halogens have seven electrons in their outermost shell.
- They are located in Group 17 of the periodic table.
- Halogens include elements like fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine.
- These elements are highly reactive and are known for their ability to form salts when combined with metals.
- The seven valence electrons make them one electron short of a full octet, which explains their high reactivity.
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