27 Oct 2021
Problem 40c
Page 336
Section: Problems by Topic
Chapter 8: Periodic Properties of the Elements
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27 Oct 2021
Given information
The given group of atoms are and .
Step-by-step explanation
Step 1.
In the given group of atoms, has more negative electron affinity, because from left to right across a period, ionization energy increases. More energy will release when an electron is added to the atom on the right side.
Therefore, atom has more negative electron affinity as compared to .
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