Question

Give reason why hydrogen can also be placed along with non metallic halogens

Answer 1

Answer:

non-metal, form dihydrogen, need  1 electron to fill outer shell

Explanation:

1- Hydrogen is a non-metal

2. need just 1 electron to fill outer shell

3. forms H- (hydride anions)

4. also forms H2 dihydrogen just like halogens