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The tendency to form the anion X^(-) is ...

The tendency to form the anion `X^(-)` is greatest with

A

Fluorine

B

Chlorine

C

Bromine

D

Iodine.

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The correct Answer is:
B
Chlorine has the highest electron affinity.
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