General Science · Question 158

Question 158 of 200

Elements in the second-to-last column of the periodic table, such as chlorine and fluorine, are called

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Correct answer to question 158 (General Science): halogens

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The halogens are highly reactive nonmetals that need just one more electron to fill their outer shell, which is why they readily form compounds with metals such as sodium.

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