NEET2022Chemistry-Periodic Table

NEET 2022 Chemistry Ionisation Enthalpy MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Gadolinium has a low value of third ionisation enthalpy because of ________.

A

high electronegativity

B

high basic character

C

small size

D

high exchange enthalpy

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Gadolinium has a half-filled 4f subshell, which provides extra stability and results in high exchange enthalpy.

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