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The correct order of second ionisation enthalpy () of Be, B, C and N is
- A.
- B.
- C.
- D.
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Answer: (C)
removes an electron from the monovalent cation. () loses an easily removed outer electron: lowest. is (stable, filled subshell), so is high; is and loses the electron more easily than loses a electron. is with higher nuclear charge. Order (kJ/mol): Be < C < B < N .
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