Manipal MET2019Chemistryd and f Block Elements
Which of the following has highest second ionisation energy
Options
- AChromium
- BCalcium
- CIron
- DCobalt
Correct answer
A. Chromium
Step-by-step solution
The electronic configuration of ₂₄ C_r is [ Ar ]₁₈ 3 d₁^5 4 s^1 . Chromium after loss of one electron gain stable configuration due to presence of half filled d-orbitals, therefore its second ionisation enthalphy is highest.