1)

What is the highest oxidation state exhibited  by group 17 elements?


A) +1

B) +3

C) +5

D) +7

Answer:

Option D

Explanation:

The highest oxidation state exhibited by group 17 elements is +7. The elements that belong to group 17 are called halogens. All elements of this group have seven electrons in their outermost shell . So , these elements can lose seven electron to get +7 oxidation state