The electron gain enthalpy values (in `kJ mol^(-1)` ) of three halogens, X, Y and Z are respectively -349, -333 and -325. Then X, Y and Z are respectively

Options

A. `F_(2),Cl_(2)` and `Br_(2)`
B. `Cl_(2),F_(2)` and `Br_(2)`
C. `Cl_(2),Br_(2)` and `F_(2)`
D. `Br_(2) , Cl_(2)` and `F_(2)`

Answer

B

Explanation

Electron affinity of fluorine is less negative than that of chlorine