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The electron affinity of sodium is lower than that of lithium, while the electron affinity of chlorine is higher than that of fluorine. Suggest and explanation for this observation.

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Chapter8: The Periodic Table: Structure And Trends

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Problem 8.19QE: Explain why the electron affinity of lithium is slightly favorable (exothermic), whereas the...

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