Mark the correct statement: M.P of halogen increase down the group, M.P of halogen decrease down the group, M.P of halogen first increase and then decrease down the group, None of these
Mark the correct statement: M.P of halogen increase down the group, M.P of halogen decrease down the group, M.P of halogen first increase and then decrease down the group, None of these
Explanation
As we move down Group 17 (halogens), the melting point increases due to greater molecular mass and stronger van der Waals forces.
For example: Fluorine < Chlorine < Bromine < Iodine in melting points.