Question

Which of the following halogens has metallic character ?

• A. $F_2$
• B. $Cl_2$
• C. $Br_2$
• D. $I_2$

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

$I_2$

Answer 2

Electropositive or metallic character of elements increases down the group. Thus, out of $F_2,CI_2, Br_2$ and $I_2,I_2$ is most metallic.