Periodic Classification and Periodic Properties 2 Question 22
22. The first ionisation potential in electron volts of nitrogen and oxygen atoms are respectively given by
$(1987,1 \mathrm{M})$
(a) $14.6,13.6$
(b) $13.6,14.6$
(c) $13.6,13.6$
(d) $14.6,14.6$
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 22. $(\mathrm{a})$
Solution:
- First ionisation energy of oxygen is less than that of nitrogen on the ground of stability of valence shell configuration, hence (a) is the correct answer.