Question

Theoretically, which nonmetal should be the most reactive?


He

Rn

F

At

Answer 1

He and Rn are noble gases, so they are stable/intert and don't react at all. 50/50 shot

Answer 2

Yes, definitely F (fluorine). He and Rn are noble gases, and so are inert. Astatine is a halogen, but is very large with many full electron shells, so its positively charges nucleus is more shielded from attracting another electron. Fluorine is smaller, with fewer electrons, and so is much more able to attract another one

Answer 3

Thanks for the medal! :)

Answer 4

Your a Big Help Thanks (: