The First Ionization Energy, Generally

question 7

Multiple Choice

The first ionization energy, generally:

• A) is inversely proportional to the square of Z_eff and increases from left to right in the period.
• B) is directly proportional to the square of Z_eff and increases from left to right in the period
• C) is directly proportional to the square of Z_eff and increases from down a group.

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