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Define ionization energy of an electron in an atom.

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The minimum energy required to remove the least strongly bound electron from a neutral atom such that its total energy is zero is defined as the ionisation energy of an electron in an atom.

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Chapter 15: Structure of Atoms and Nuclei - Exercises [Page 342]

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Balbharati Physics [English] 12 Standard HSC Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 15 Structure of Atoms and Nuclei
Exercises | Q 2. iv) (c) | Page 342

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