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A hypothetical element has successive ionisation enthalpies (in ) 580, 1820, 2750, 11600 and 14800. Select the correct statements.

  1. A commonly forms
  2. BThe sum of the first three ionisation enthalpies is
  3. C is less than 2
  4. D most likely belongs to group 13

Answer: A, B, D

A jump of 2750 to 11600 (ratio 4.2) after the third electron shows three valence electrons, so Y is in group 13 and forms . 580 + 1820 + 2750 = 5150. The ratio 11600/2750 = 4.2 is not below 2, so the last is false.
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