Which group of elements forms anions?
A) noble gases
B) transition metals
C) alkaline metals
D) alkali earth metals
E) halogens

Name: Which group of elements forms anions? A) noble gases B) transition metals C) alkaline metals D) alkali earth metals E) halogens
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Halogens (group 17 elements) readily gain electrons to form anions due to their high electronegativity and the need to complete their valence electron shell.

Which Group of Elements Forms Anions