Question

1. sulfur, which has the symbol s, is a solid at room temperature. it can accept electrons to fill its valence shell, just like the halogens. based on the electron affinity trends on the periodic table, will sulfur react more vigorously or less vigorously than fluorine with iron wool?

Explanation:

Electron affinity is the energy change when an electron is added to a neutral atom. Fluorine has a higher electron affinity than sulfur. A higher electron affinity means a stronger tendency to accept electrons and react more vigorously. Since fluorine has a greater electron - accepting ability (higher electron affinity) than sulfur, sulfur will react less vigorously with iron wool.

Answer:

Sulfur will react less vigorously than fluorine with iron wool.