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Question
Among the elements of the second period, Li to Ne, pick out the element with highest first ionization energy
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Solution
The element with highest first ionization energy: Neon (Ne)
Concept Insight: Neon has highest ionization energy since it is a noble gas and has its octet complete which makes it very stable.
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