Periodic Trends In Ionization Energy

Question 0

Describe the group trend in ionization energy

Answer 0

The atoms at the top require more ionization energy than the ones in the bottom because they are smaller and it is more difficult to remove the electrons because of the greater attraction

Question 1

What is ionization energy?

Answer 1

The enrp ergo required to remove the most loosely held electron in a gaseous atom or ion

Question 2

Describe the period trend in ionization energy

Answer 2

Atoms in the right part of the period require more ionization energy

Question 3

What is the general formula for ionization energy?

Answer 3

A(g)+energy —-> A+(g) + e- IE1