Chemistry

If an element is in Group 17 [or Group 7A] is it likely to be metallic or non-metallic in character ?

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It will be non-metallic because being in Group 17 [or Group 7A], it has 7 valence electrons. Thus, its electronegativity is high and it has a tendency to accept electrons.

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