Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Group VII properties

Group VII properties — practice question

The halogens form a family of elements in the Periodic Table. Chlorine belongs to this family.
(a)[1]

State the group number for the halogens.

(b)[1]

State the number of halogens in this group.

(c(i))[1]

Suggest which halogen has the greatest density.

(c(ii))[1]

Suggest which halogen is the most reactive.

(d)[1]

State the name used for the negative ions (anions) formed by halogens.

(e)[1]

State the number of occupied electron shells in a bromine atom.

(f)[1]

Name the noble gas with the same electronic configuration as a Br⁻ ion.

(g(i))[2]

Complete and balance the ionic equation for the reaction of Cl₂ with I⁻ ions. State symbols are not required. $\text{Cl}_2 + \dots \\text{I}^- \rightarrow \dots + \text{I}_2$

(g(ii))[2]

Explain why this reaction is classified as a redox reaction. Give your answer in terms of electron transfer.

(h)[2]

Give the colour and state of iodine at room temperature and pressure. colour state

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