Why is the electron gain enthalpy of 'F' is less negative than that of

1.	Why is the electron gain enthalpy of 'F' is less negative than that of 'Cl' ??Although the electron gain enthalpy become less negative as we move down the group....please answer this question!!!!
Answer» ANSWER: here U go Explanation: because of the SMALLER size of FLUORINE it can't hold more electrons

Why is the electron gain enthalpy of 'F' is less negative than that of 'Cl' ??Although the electron gain enthalpy become less negative as we move down the group....please answer this question!!!!

Answer»

here U go

Explanation:

because of the SMALLER size of FLUORINE it can't hold more electrons