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CHM 102 Group II Objective Question

Question

Based on the provided table for Group II elements, which element has the highest ionization energy?
Options
A Magnesium (Mg)
B Beryllium (Be)
Correct Answer
C Calcium (Ca)
D Strontium (Sr)
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The table on page 2 shows the ionization energies (KJmol⁻¹) as: Beryllium (899), Magnesium (738), Calcium (590), Strontium (550), Barium (500). Beryllium has the highest value.

Hint

Locate the 'Ionization energy (KJmol⁻¹)' column in the table and find the highest value.

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