Question on: JAMB Chemistry - 2020
An electron can be added to a halogen atom to form a halide ion with?
A
8 valence electrons
B
7 valence electrons
C
2 valence electrons
D
3 valence electrons
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Correct Option: A
A halide ion is a halogen atom bearing a negative charge. The halide anions are fluoride (F−), chloride (Cl−), bromide (Br−), iodide (I−) and astatide (At−). Such ions are present in all ionic halide salts. Halide minerals contain halides.
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