MHT CET202411 May 2024Morning ShiftChemistryd and f Block ElementsActual
Which element from following has lowest ionization enthalpy ( IE ₁ ) ?
Options
- ACu
- BSc
- CMn
- DZn
Correct answer
B. Sc
Step-by-step solution
The ionization enthalpy ( IE ₁ ) of the elements of the 3 d transition series increases gradually from left to right with some irregularities. Therefore, among the given elements, Sc has the lowest ionization enthalpy ( IE ₁ ) .