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Is the definition given for ionization enthalpy is correct? "IONIZATION ENTHALPY IS DEFINED AS THE ENERGY REQUIRED TO REMOVE THE MOST LOOSELY BOUND ELECTRON FROM THE VALENCE SHELL OF AN ATOM" ....If not, what is the correct definition? |
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Answer» Answer: Explanation: Ionization ENERGY is the energy required to remove an electron from a GASEOUS atom or ion. The FIRST or initial ionization energy or Ei of an atom or MOLECULE is the energy required to remove one mole of ELECTRONS from one mole of isolated gaseous atoms or ions. |
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