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Energy is _ when an electron is added to the isolated gaseous atom.

Correct answer: B. Released

  • A. Increased
  • B. Released
  • C. Decreased
  • D. Absorbed

Explanation

The bonds of the atom are first broken to formindividual elements that then react with electrons. Bond breaking causes energy to be released.Energy is released when a electron is added to a nonmetal. Nonmetals have a greater electron affinity than metals because their atomic structure allows them to gain electrons rather than lose them

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