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What is ionization energy?
What is ionization energy?
- The energy released when an electron is added to an atom
- The minimum energy needed to remove a valence electron (correct)
- The amount of energy required to add a valence electron
- The energy released when an electron is removed from an atom
Why does ionization energy increase across a period?
Why does ionization energy increase across a period?
- As the number of electron shells increases (correct)
- Because the distance between the nucleus and electrons decreases
- Due to a decrease in the number of protons
- Because the negative force on electrons weakens
Which element would likely have the highest ionization energy?
Which element would likely have the highest ionization energy?
- Neon (Group 8a) (correct)
- Sodium (Group 1)
- Phosphorus (Group 5)
- Oxygen (Group 6)
Why does ionization energy decrease going down a group?
Why does ionization energy decrease going down a group?
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Which element would have lower ionization energy, lithium or cesium?
Which element would have lower ionization energy, lithium or cesium?
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What is the definition of ionization energy?
What is the definition of ionization energy?
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Why are valence electrons more easily removed compared to inner electrons?
Why are valence electrons more easily removed compared to inner electrons?
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Which factor causes it to become increasingly difficult to remove electrons from an atom?
Which factor causes it to become increasingly difficult to remove electrons from an atom?
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How is ionization energy measured?
How is ionization energy measured?
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Why does an ion with a higher positive charge have a tighter hold on its remaining electrons?
Why does an ion with a higher positive charge have a tighter hold on its remaining electrons?
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