What period 3 element has the following ionization energies (all in kJ/mol) ?
IE₁ = 1012 IE₂ = 1900 IE₃= 2910 IE₄= 4960 IE₅= 6270 IE₆= 22,200

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What period 3 element has the following ionization energies (all in kJ/mol)? IE₁ = 1012 IE₂ = 1900 IE₃= 2910 IE₄= 4960 IE₅= 6270 IE₆= 22,200 A)Si B)S C)P D)Cl E)Mg

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The ionization energies listed in the question show a gradual increase as electrons are removed from the outer shells of the element. This is a trend typically observed across period 3 elements. Based on the values given, the element in question has its highest ionization energy for the removal of its 16th electron, which is consistent with P (phosphorus). Additionally, the ionization energies for Si, S, and Cl do not follow the pattern observed in the question, and the ionization energies for Mg are much lower than those listed.

What Period 3 Element Has the Following Ionization Energies (All