The neon atom tends not to lose any electrons because
A. the ionization energy is so high.
B. that would result in a negative ion.
C. of its relatively strong effective nuclear charge.
D. its electrons are paired together within the same orbitals.
Answer: C
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A. Undergoes subcommittee hearings B. Needs to be sponsored by a legislator C. Is referred to a committee D. Needs to be marked up E. Is introduced in the House and Senate
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