The 1st , 2nd and the 3rd ionization enthalpies I1, I2 and I3, of four atoms with atomic numbers n, n+1, n+2 and n+3 , where n < 10, are tabulated below. Find correct statement(s)

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The value of n is 9.

For the atomic number n+1, we can say that it has stable electronic configuration.

Atomic number n+3 is highly electropositive

The element with atomic number n belongs to p-Block

answer is A.

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By observing the values of I1, I2 & I3 for atomic number (n+2), it is observed that I2 >>I1. This indicates that number of valence shell electrons is 1 and atomic number (n+2) should be an alkali metal.Also for atomic number (n+3), I3 >> I2.This indicates that it will be an alkaline earth metal which suggests that atomic number (n+1) should be a noble gas & atomic number (n) should belong to Halogen family. Since n < 10; hence n = 9 (F atom)Note : n = 1 (H atom) cannot be the answer because it does not have I2 & I3 values.

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