Which of the following has highest electron gain enthalpy?
(A) [Ne]3s23p3
(B) [Ne]3s23p4
(C) [Ne]3s23p5
(D) [Ne]3s23p2
A
(A)
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B
(B)
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C
(C)
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D
(D)
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Solution
The correct option is C (C) The element (C) will have highest electron gain enthalpy as it easily gains one more electron to achieve stable configuration of next inert gas.