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Which of the following elements does not lose an electron easily ?

A

Na

B

F

C

Mg

D

Al

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B
Smaller the atomic radius of an element, more difficult is lose electron. Among Na, F, Mg and Al, F has the smallest size. Also it contains 7 electrons in its valence shell and it is most electronegative element. Hence, it does not lose an electron easily rather it grains an electron easily.
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