MCQ
The first ionisation potential is maximum for :
  • A
    Lithium
  • B
    Uranium
  • C
    Iron
  • Hydrogen

Answer

Correct option: D.
Hydrogen
Hydrogen experiences the maximum effective nuclear charge. After removal of a electron there will be no electron in the species. Just a nucleus with positive charge will be left which is very unstable. Therefore, ionization potential is maximum for hydrogen.

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