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Consider the elements in Group 14. Which element has the highest electron affinity? A) Carbon B) Germanium C) Lead D) Silicon

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Electron affinity is a measure of the tendency of a neutral atom to gain electrons and form a negative ion. It can be represented by a general equation:

X + e- → X-

The value of electron affinity decreases on moving down a group. This is because on moving down a group the atomic size increases as a result the added electron feels less pull or attraction towards the nucleus.

In group 14, Carbon 'C' is the first member and therefore will have the highest electron affinity.

Ans : A) Carbon

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