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What are the units of electron gain enthalpy or electron affinity value ?

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The units of electron affinity are as follows:
a) Electron volt per atom, i.e., eV/atom b) Kilojoule per mole, i.e., kJ/mol.
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  • Electron gain enthalpy of noble gases is :

    A
    Negative
    B
    Positive
    C
    Zero
    D
    Zero or Positive.
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