Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of First

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of first ionization energy?

• A)The energy required to remove one electron from a neutral gaseous atom of an element
• B)The energy barrier that must be overcome to start a chemical reaction
• C)The energy required to raise an electron in the ground state into the first excited state
• D)The energy defined by mv²
• E)The energy needed to reduce a species in the aqueous phase to its minimum (first) reduction potential

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Definitions:

Self-Schema

A cognitive representation of oneself that organizes and guides the processing of self-related information.

Self-Compassion

refers to the practice of being kind and understanding toward oneself in instances of pain or failure, rather than being harshly self-critical.

Self-Serving Bias

The tendency for people to take personal credit for success but blame failure on external factors.

Reflected Appraisal

A concept in psychology that suggests our self-concept is influenced by what we believe others think of us.