The successive ionization energies of a certain element are I₁= 577.9 kJ/mol, I₂ = 1820 kJ/mol, I₃= 2750 kJ/mol, I₄ = 11,600 kJ/mol, and I₅ = 14,800 kJ/mol. This pattern of ionization energies suggests that the unknown element is A) K B) Al C) Cl D) Se E) Kr

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The large jump in ionization energy between I3 and I4 suggests the removal of an electron from a stable, filled shell, indicating the element is likely in Group 13, like aluminum (Al).

The Successive Ionization Energies of a Certain Element Are I1=

The Successive Ionization Energies of a Certain Element Are I₁=