The neon atom tends not to lose any electrons because
A)of its relatively strong effective nuclear charge.
B)that would result in a negative ion.
C)its electrons are paired together within the same orbitals.
D)the ionization energy is so high.

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The effective nuclear charge of neon is relatively strong, meaning that the positively charged nucleus strongly attracts the negatively charged electrons. This makes it difficult for the atom to lose any electrons.

The Neon Atom Tends Not to Lose Any Electrons Because