________ Have the Lowest First Ionization Energies of the Groups

question 111

Multiple Choice

________ have the lowest first ionization energies of the groups listed.

• A)Alkali metals
• B)Transition elements
• C)Halogens
• D)Alkaline earth metals
• E)Noble gases

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