What trend does the first ionization energy follow, going down the periodic

table?

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A. The first ionization energy increases because there are more

electrons in the atom.

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B. The first ionization energy increases because there are more

protons in the nucleus.

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C. The first ionization energy decreases because the outermost

electron is farther from the nucleus.

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D. The first ionization energy decreases because atoms get smaller.

Question

Kailey Adkins

20 September, 07:21

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Answers (2)

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Jayden · Answer 1

c

Explanation:

The first ionization energy decreases because the outermost

electron is farther from the nucleus.

Evangeline · Answer 2

C. Because that's the right answer slatt