When the first electron gain enthalpy (ΔegH) of oxygen is −141kJ/mol, its second electron gain enthalpy is:
A
Negative, but less negative than the first
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B
A positive value
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C
A more negative value than the first
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D
Almost the same as that of the first
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Solution
The correct option is B A positive value Second electron gain enthalpy is always positive for any element, as energy has to be supplied to overcome the repulsion betwen the anion and the incoming electron.
O−(g)+e−→O2−(g);ΔegH=positive
C is the correct option