Q. Which one of the following statements is correct?

 1870  211 Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties Report Error

Solution:

(a) The elements having large negative values of electron gain enthalpy generally act as strong oxidising agents e.g. Halogens

(b) The elements having low values of ionisation enthalpies act as strong reducing agents e.g. Alkali metals.

(c) The formation of from is an endothermic process. small negative value, large positive value)