Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Question 75

Question: Which of the following has the highest first ionisation energy [BHU 2004]

Options:

A) Li

B) Be

C) B

D) C

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

The ionisation energy of $ Li,Be,B $ and C is 520, 899, 801, 1086 kJ / mol respectively hence, carbon has highest $ IE_1. $