Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Question 158
Question: The $ IP_1,IP_2,IP_3,IP_4 $ and $ IP_5 $ of an element are 7.1, 14.3, 34.5, 46.8, 162.2eV respectively. The element is likely to be
Options:
Na
Si
F
Ca
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
The jump in IP values occurs in $ IP_5 $ and thus removal of fifth electron occurs from inner shell. Thus element contains four electrons in its valence shell.