WAEC Chemistry 2021 Objective — Question 35
Question 35 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2021 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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35. Which of the following statements is correct about ionization energy? It
- A. decreases across the periods
- B. results in the formation of an anion
- C. causes metallic nuclei to disintegrate
- D. decreases down the groupCorrect
Explanation
Ionization energy generally increases across a period and decreases down a group as atomic radius increases and shielding grows.
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