The first ionization potential of Na is 5.1 eV. The value of electron gain enthalpy of will be:
- (A)-5.1 eV✓ Correct
- (B)-10.2 eV
- (C)+2.55 eV
- (D)-2.55 eV
Answer: (A)
Solution
Ionising sodium, , costs , and gaining an electron back onto , , is exactly the reverse of that step. The reverse process releases the same amount of energy, so the electron gain enthalpy of is .
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