Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11823-072-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-11823-072-5

Chapter 40 - All About Atoms - Questions - Page 1246: 6a

Answer

It is easier to remove an electron from a bromine atom.

Work Step by Step

We can consult the graph in Figure 40-2 According to the graph, the ionization energy of bromine is lower than the ionization energy of krypton. Therefore, it is easier to remove an electron from a bromine atom.
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