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What are the exceptions to the periodic trends in first ionization energy? Why do they occur?
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This is because as you move from left to right, the number of protons in the nucleus increases, which increases the positive charge and thus the attraction between the nucleus and the electrons. As you move from bottom to top, the atomic radius decreases, which Show more…
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