Question from a Top School 2007 O Level Chemistry Prelim Paper:

Question:

Astatine is a Group VII element below Iodine in Periodic Table. Which of the following statements concerning Astatine is correct?

A) It is a liquid at room temp and pressure.
B) It is a stronger oxidizing agent than iodine
C) It reacts with sodium ti form an ionic compound
D) Its diatomic molecules are held together by weak covalent bonds

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