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If one electron has been removed from an atom, it becomes increasingly difficult to remove the second and subsequent electrons from the resulting positively charged ions on account of electrostatic attraction between the nucleus and the remaining electrons. If the ionization values of elements are plotted against the atomic number, then peaks are occupied by:


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Alkali metals

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Alkaline earth metals

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Noble gas elements

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Halogens

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Solution

The correct option is C

Noble gas elements


Noble gases have the highest I.E. in their respective periods.


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