JEE Main 2026 · Session 2 · Shift 1 · Chemistry

Question 59

Given below are two statements: Statement (I): The first ionisation enthalpy of the elements Na, Mg, Cl and Ar follows the order Na > Mg > Cl > Ar. Statement (II): Among Ca, Al, Fe and B, the third ionisation enthalpy is very high for Ca. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
• B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
• C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false
• D. Statement I is false but Statement II is trueCorrect answer

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