Which of the following statements about halogens is false?

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Statements A, B, and C correctly describe halogens: they are non-metals, have the ns2p5 electronic configuration, and exhibit high ionization energy and electron affinity. However, statement D is incorrect because halogens do not typically react with noble gases to produce halides.

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