Group 17 (halogens) typically form ions with charge
- A
+7
- Bcheck_circle
-1
- C
-7
- D
+1
Explanation
Halogens gain 1 electron to complete their valence shell, forming -1 anions (F⁻, Cl⁻, Br⁻, I⁻).
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