Which of the Elements Listed Below Has the Following Pattern

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the elements listed below has the following pattern for its first six ionization energies? (I₁ = first ionization energy, I₂ = second ionization energy, etc.)

• A)Ca
• B)Si
• C)Al
• D)Se

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