Why Is the Electron Affinity So Positive for the Group

question 34

Multiple Choice

Why is the electron affinity so positive for the group 2 elements?

• A) The added electron would have to go into a new shell.
• B) The added electron would have to be added into the half-filled p subshell.
• C) The added electron would have to be added into the p subshell.
• D) The groups 2 elements are diatomic elements.
• E) Electrons can't be added to gases.

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