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Compared with the first, the second ionization energy __________?
A
is always less than first ionization energy
B
is always greater than first ionization energy
✓ Official correct answer
C
is equal to the first ionization energy
D
may be greater or less than the first ionization energy depending on the nature of the element
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A
is always less than first ionization energy
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B
is always greater than first ionization energy
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C
is equal to the first ionization energy
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D
may be greater or less than the first ionization energy depending on the nature of the element
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Explanation
Removing a second electron always needs more energy — it is always greater.
So the correct answer is is always greater than first ionization energy.
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