The ionization energy is affected by the following factors except
-
A.
distance of the outermost electron(s) from the nucleus -
B.
size of the positive nuclear charge -
C.
ability to attract shared electron(s) -
D.
screening effect of the inner electron(s)
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
These 3 factors affect the ionization energy:
- Size of the positive nuclear charge
- Size of atom (distance of outermost electron from the nucleus)
- Screening effect of inner shell electrons