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Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties

Question
CBSEENCH11008074

The first ionisation potential of Na is 5.1 eV. The value of electron gain enthalpy of Na+ will be

  • -2.55 eV

  • -5.1 eV

  • -10.2 eV

  • +2.55 eV

Solution

B.

-5.1 eV

Na → Na+ + e- (first IE)
Na+ + e- →Na
Since reaction is reverse, so electron gain enthalpy of Na+
ΔH (eg)=-5.1 eV