NEETChemistryd and f Block Elements
What effect does the loss of exchange energy have on ionization enthalpy?
Options
- AIt decreases ionization enthalpy
- BIt increases ionization enthalpy
- CIt has no effect on ionization enthalpy
- DIt stabilizes the energy state
Correct answer
B. It increases ionization enthalpy
Step-by-step solution
The loss of exchange energy increases the stability, making ionization more difficult.