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AIPMT PRELIMS2005Chemistry-Periodic Table

AIPMT PRELIMS 2005 Chemistry Ionization Enthalpy MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Four successive members of the first row transition elements are listed below with their atomic numbers. Which one of them is expected to have the highest third ionization enthalpy?

A

Vanadium (Z = 23)

B

Chromium (Z = 24)

C

Iron (Z = 26)

D

Manganese (Z = 25)

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Chromium has a half-filled d-subshell, which provides extra stability, leading to a higher third ionization enthalpy.

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