Highly selective Backlog Qs for JEE MainChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
The incorrect statement among the following is
Options
- AThe first ionization potential of Al is less than the first ionization potential of Mg .
- BThe second ionization potential of Mg is greater than the second ionization potential of Na .
- CThe first ionization potential of Na is less than the first ionization potential of Mg .
- DThe third ionization potential of Mg is greater than the third ionization potential of Al .
Correct answer
B. The second ionization potential of Mg is greater than the second ionization potential of Na .
Step-by-step solution
The second ionization energy, i.e., IE 2 , of Mg is lower than that of Na because in case of Mg + , 3 s - electron has to be removed whereas in case of Na + , an electron is removed from the stable inert gas configuration which is difficult.