NEETChemistryd and f Block Elements
Why does the third ionization enthalpy increase for copper, nickel, and zinc?
Options
- AThey have a higher atomic number
- BThey have a higher number of d electrons
- CThey have a higher number of p electrons
- DThey have a higher number of s electrons
Correct answer
B. They have a higher number of d electrons
Step-by-step solution
The third ionization enthalpies increase for these elements because they have a higher number of d electrons.