The element with the highest first ionization potential is
Correct answer: C. Nitrogen
- A. Boron
- B. Carbon
- C. Nitrogen
- D. Oxygen
Explanation
The correct answer is Nitrogen. Nitrogen has the highest first ionization potential among the given options because its electronic configuration results in a half-filled p subshell, which is exceptionally stable. This stability means that more energy is required to remove an electron compared to elements without such configurations. Boron and carbon have lower ionization potentials due to less stable configurations. Oxygen, despite being to the right of nitrogen in the periodic table, has a lower ionization potential because the removal of an electron leads to a stable half-filled configuration, making it easier to ionize.
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