Second ionization energy:
Correct answer: C. is always greater than first ionization energy
- A. is always less than first ionization energy
- B. is equal to the first ionization energy
- C. is always greater than first ionization energy
- D. may be greater or less than the first ionization energy depending on the nature of the element
Explanation
After the first electron is removed, the atom becomes positively charged, so the remaining electrons are held more strongly by the nucleus. Therefore, the second ionization energy is always greater than the first.
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