The first (IE1) and second (IE2) ionization energies (kJ/mol) of a few elements designated by Roman numerals are given below. Which of these would be an alkali metal?
A
I IE1 2372 IE25251
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B
II IE1 520 IE27300
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C
III IE1 900 IE21760
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D
IV IE1 1680 IE2 3380
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Solution
The correct option is A II IE1 520 IE27300 Alkali metals have the lowest IE1 values in their respective periods. Also, there is a large jump between IE1 and IE2 due to the removal of the second electron from the noble gas core. Therefore, out of the given IE1 and IE2 values, (II) belongs to alkali metals.