The shielding effect of inner electrons is responsible for:
Correct answer: A. Decreasing ionization energy
- A. Decreasing ionization energy
- B. Having no effect on ionization energy
- C. Increasing ionization energy
- D. Increasing electronegativity
Explanation
The shielding effect of inner electrons causes a decrease in attraction between the nucleus and the outer electrons of the atom. Hence, it is easier to remove the outer electrons, which decreases the ionization potential. Therefore, options B and C are incorrect Option D is incorrect because 'Electronegativity' is a measure of an atom's ability to attract shared electrons to itself, and due to the decrease in attraction between the nucleus and the outer electrons, electronegativity will also decrease.
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