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How would you explain the fact that the first ionization enthalpy of sodium is lower than that of magnesium but its second ionization enthalpy is higher than that of magnesium ?

A

`V gt Mn gt Cr gt Ti `

B

`Mn gt Cr gt Ti gt V`

C

`Ti gt V gt Cr gt Mn `

D

`Cr gt Mn gt V gt Ti`

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The correct Answer is:
D
Hint: due to stable electronic configuration of chromium.
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