SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 49

SSC CGL - 16 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q49

Halogens have ______ electrons in their outermost shells.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Seven.

  • The number of electrons present in the outermost shell of halogens is seven.
  • Halogens belong to the 17th group and lie before inert gases. Some examples of halogens are fluorine and chlorine.