Which members possess the lowest first ionization energy in their respective period ?

Alkali metals

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Alkaline earth metals

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Noble gases

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Halogens

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Transition metals

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Solution

The correct option is A Alkali metals
Alkali metals possess the lowest first ionization energy in their respective period.They have one valence electron which they readily lose to achieve stable inert gas configuration.

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