The electronic configuration of elements $A, B$ and $C$ are $[He] 2s^1, [Ne] 3s^1$ and $[Ar] 4s^1$ respectively. Which one of the following orders is correct for the first ionization potentials (in $kJ \ mol^{-1}$) of $A, B$ and $C$?

  • A
    $A > B > C$
  • B
    $C > B > A$
  • C
    $B > C > A$
  • D
    $C > A > B$

Explore More

Similar Questions

Identify the element having the highest ionization enthalpy.

The correct order of ionisation energy for comparing carbon,nitrogen,and oxygen atoms is:

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

The first $I.E.$ of $Na, Mg, Al$ and $Si$ are in the order:

Difficult
View Solution

First and second ionization enthalpies of lithium are $520 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$ and $7297 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$ respectively. Energy required to convert $3.5 \text{ mg}$ lithium $(g)$ into $Li^{2+}(g)$ [$Li(g) \rightarrow Li^{2+}(g)$] is . . . . . . $\text{kJ}$. (nearest integer) [Molar mass of $Li = 7 \text{ g mol}^{-1}$]

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo