Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
Concept introduction:
The electron affinity is the amount of energy is released to accept an electron from an isolated atom to form a monovalent gaseous anion.
To explain: electron affinity.
(b)
Interpretation: Electron affinity and its properties should be explained.
Concept introduction:
The electron affinity is the amount of energy is released to accept an electron from an isolated atom to form a monovalent gaseous anion.
To explain: why electron affinity measures in gaseous state.
(c)
Interpretation: Electron affinity and its properties should be explained.
Concept introduction:
The electron affinity is the amount of energy is released to accept an electron from an isolated atom to form a monovalent gaseous anion.
To explain: about the positive or negative value of electron affinity
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