Question

(iv) With increase in atomic size generally :
A.
ionization energy increases
B.
electron gain enthalpy becomes more negative
C. metallic character increases
D. electronegativity increases
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Answer 1

Explanation:

The more protons in the nucleus, the stronger the attraction of the nucleus to electrons. This stronger attraction makes it more difficult to remove electrons. Within a group, the ionization energy decreases as the size of the atom gets larger.