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When the first electron gain enthalpy `(triangle_(eg)H)` of oxygen is `-141 kJ//mol,` its second electron gain enthalpy is :

A

Almost the same as that of the first

B

Negative, but less negative than the first

C

A more negative value than the first

D

A positive value

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D
Second electron gain enthalpy of oxygen is a positive value.
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