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A-LevelChemistryGroup 17May/June 2018Paper 1 Q141 Mark

In this question, X represents an atom of chlorine, bromine or iodine. Which explanation for the variation in volatility down Group 17 is correct?

AInstantaneous dipole-induced dipole forces between molecules become stronger.
BPermanent dipole-permanent dipole forces between molecules become stronger.
CThe bond energy of the X2 molecules decreases.
DThe first ionisation energy X(g) → X⁺(g) + e⁻ decreases.

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This multiple-choice question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Chemistry (9701) May/June 2018 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2. It tests the topic of Group 17 and is worth 1 mark.

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