Question

Assertion (A): Ionization enthalpy increases along each series of transition elements from left to right. However, small variations occur. Reason (R): There is a corresponding increase in nuclear charge which accompanies the filling of electrons in the inner d-orbitals.

• A. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• B. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
• C. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• D. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

Hint:

\(d\)-electrons shield poorly compared to \(s\)- and \(p\)-electrons. Hence effective nuclear charge increases significantly across transition series.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C