Why n2 has +electron gain enthalpy whereas o2 has -?
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Due to this extra stable electronic configuration, it is difficult to remove an electron from the valence shell of nitrogen (or any other Group 15 element) and thus more energy is required. Thus ionization enthalpy of nitrogen is higher than oxygen.
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