The first ionization energy of alkaline earth metals is higher than that of alkali metals. This is due to...

  • A
    Increase in the nuclear charge of alkaline earth metals.
  • B
    Decrease in the nuclear charge of alkaline earth metals.
  • C
    No change in the nuclear charge.
  • D
    None of the above.

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