The element with highest ionization energy in the second period is:
A. Beryllium
B. Lithium
C. Fluorine
D. Neon
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Ionization energy generally increases across a period due to increasing nuclear charge. Neon (noble gas) has the highest ionization energy in period 2 because of its stable filled octet (2s²2p⁶). Removing an electron requires enormous energy. Fluorine is next highest. Lithium has lowest. Noble gases have very high IE values, making them inert.
Explanation:
The element with atomic number 118 is Oganesson (Og). It is a synthetic element and a member of the noble gas group (Group 18). Ununennium is the temporary name for element 119, Tennessine is 117, and Nihonium is 113.
Explanation:
Cobalt-60 emits gamma rays used in radiotherapy to destroy cancerous cells. Carbon-12 and sodium-23 are stable. Phosphorus-32 is radioactive but used as tracer, not for cancer therapy.
Explanation:
A negative catalyst (inhibitor) slows down a reaction. Phosphoric acid (or acetamide) retards the decomposition of H₂O₂ by stabilizing it. MnO₂ is a positive catalyst for H₂O₂ decomposition, speeding it up. Platinum catalyzes SO₂ oxidation in contact process. Iron (Fe) catalyzes ammonia synthesis in Haber process. Negative catalysts are often used to prevent undesirable reactions, e.g., antioxidants in food preservation.
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