Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry practice

Paper 3 structured question: Group VII properties

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Group VII properties

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Paper 3Theory (Core)1 marks

Group VII halogens exhibit specific trends in their physical and chemical properties.

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As you move down Group VII, the halogens show an increase in density and a decrease in reactivity.

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State the trend in density as you move down Group VII.
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Paper 3Theory (Core)2 marks

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The reactivity of halogens decreases as you move down the group from chlorine to iodine.

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Describe the trend in reactivity of halogens as you move down Group VII.
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