Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Ques 240
Question: The ionization energy of nitrogen is larger than that of oxygen because of [RPMT 1997; DCE 1999]
Options:
A) Greater attraction of electrons by the nucleus
B) The size of nitrogen atom being smaller
C) The half-filled $ p $ -orbitals possess extra stability
D) Greater penetration effect
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Half filled p-orbitals possess extra stability.
