Question

Would you consider krypton (Kr) a halogen? Give reasons to validate your answer. Also mention the group it belongs to.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Vertical columns on the periodic table containing elements that exhibit similar properties are commonly referred to by chemists as groups, or families. There are a total of 18 groups on the periodic table. The halogens are all elements that are found in group 17 of the periodic table. The halogens include fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine. All of these elements are considered to be reactive nonmetals.