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Which of the following group `14` element has the lowest first ionization enthalpy?A. `Si`B. `Ge`C. `Sn`D. `Pb`

Answer» Correct Answer - C
The first ionization enthalpy decreases on moving down the group from `C` to `Sn` while there is a slight increase the effect of increased nuclear charge `(82-50=32 units)` outweighs the shielding effect of `4f` and `5d` electrons.
In fact, all other ionization enthalpies of `Pb` are higher than those of `Sn`.


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