In the ground state, each atom of an element has two valence electrons. This element has a lower first ionization energy than calcium.

Where is this element located on the Periodic Table?

(1) Group 1, Period 4 (3) Group 2, Period 3

(2) Group 2, Period 5 (4) Group 3, Period 4

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Marley Chapman

1 June, 03:22

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Alyssa Harrell · Answer 1

1. Ionization energy increases to the right, so this element has to be to the left of calcium on the periodic table.

In the ground state, each atom of an element has two valence electrons. This element has a lower first ionization energy than calcium.Where is this element located on the Periodic Table?(1) Group 1, Period 4 (3) Group 2, Period 3(2) Group 2, Period 5 (4) Group 3, Period 4