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CHM 101 Periodic Table & Trends Objective Question

Question

The element with the *lowest* ionization energy is in the __________ corner of the periodic table (e.g., Fr).
Options
A upper-left
B upper-right
C lower-left
Correct Answer
D lower-right
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Francium (Fr), at the bottom of Group 1, has the largest atomic radius and greatest shielding, giving it the lowest first ionization energy.

Hint

Bottom left: large atoms, easy to ionize.

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