Group 7 C1 Flashcards
What is the name given to the
elements in group 7?
Halogens
Do the Group 7 elements exist as atoms or molecules?
Molecules (small groups of atoms). They exist in pairs.
How do Group 7 elements have similar properties
All have 7 electrons in outer shell
What is the trend in melting and boiling point as you go down Group 7?
Both Increases
What is the trend in reactivity as you go down Group 7
Reactivity Decreases
Describe how displacement reactions can be used to show the relative reactivity of Halogens
A more reactive halogen can displace a less reactive halo- gen from an aqueous solution of its salt.
E.g.
chlorine + potassium bromide —>
potassium chloride + bromine
Because chlorine is more reactive than bromine.