Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Question 81
The correct order of ionisation energy for comparing carbon, nitrogen and oxygen atoms is C < N < O [UPSEAT 2004]
Options:
A) $ C>N>O $
B) $ C>N<O $
C) $ C\lt N>O $
D) $ C<N<O $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Nitrogen has more ionisation potential than carbon and oxygen because, if outermost orbit is half filled so it is more stable & order is $ C\lt N<O $
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