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Question
Which one of the following arrangements represent the correct order of least negative to most negative electron gain enthalpy
Options
Al < O < C < Ca < F
Al < Ca < O < C < F
C < F < O < Al < Ca
Ca < Al < C < O < F
Solution
Ca < Al < C < O < F
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