Chhattisgarh PMT Chhattisgarh PMT Solved Paper-2010

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    A neutral atom can accept electron to form an anion. The process involves

    A)  loss of energy

    B)  gain of energy

    C)  no change in energy

    D)  None of the above

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    When a neutral atom accepts electron to form an anion, energy is released. This liberated energy is called electron affinity (or electron gain enthalpy). \[A(s)+{{e}^{-}}\xrightarrow{{}}{{A}^{-}}(aq)+energy\]


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