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Why is second ionization enthalpy above the first?
ARemoval is from a positive ion
BShielding increases strongly
CThe resulting ion is larger
DThe electron is in a new shell
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Removal is from a positive ion
Pulling an electron away from an already positive ion takes more energy than from a neutral atom.
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