MEDIUMMCQ SINGLENEET ChemistryInorganic ChemistryHydrogenIntroduction to Hydrogen
Hydrogen resembles halogens in many respects for which several factors are responsible. Of the following factors, which one is the most important in this respect?
A.Its tendency to lose an electron to form a cation
B.Its tendency to gain a single electron in its✓ Correct
C.Its low negative electron gain enthalpy value
D.Its small size
Explanation
Hydrogen resembles halogens in many respects for which several factors are responsible. The most important is its tendency to gain single electron in its valence shell to attain stable electronic configuration.