NEETChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
The first ionisation enthalpy values (in kJ mol –1 ) of group 13 elements are - B Al Ga In Tl 801 577 579 558 589 Which of the following options explains this deviation from the general trend?
Options
- ADue to the poor shielding effect of d and f electrons
- BDue to the presence of 3 electrons in the outermost shell
- CDue to high reactivity
- DDue to behaviour as Lewis acids
Correct answer
A. Due to the poor shielding effect of d and f electrons
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A) Due to the poor shielding effect of d and f electrons