Partial data for the electron affinities of Group 17 elements are shown below.
Cl: −349kJ mol−1
Br: −324kJ mol−1
I: _____
At: −270kJ mol−1
Which of the following values is most consistent with the missing entry for iodine?
a) −330kJ mol−1
b) +20kJ mol−1
c) −295kJ mol−1
d) −250kJ mol−1