Which of the Following Give(s) the Correct Order of Ionization

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following give(s) the correct order of ionization energies?

• A) Li > Na > K > Rb
• B) Na < Mg < P < Cl
• C) both a and b
• D) neither a nor b

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