Question

Consider the following electron configurations for neutral atoms:
atom I = 1s22s22p63s2
atom II = 1s22s22p63s23p4
atom III = 1s22s22p63s23p6
Which atom would be expected to have the largest third ionization energy?
A) atom I
B) atom II
C) atom III
D) All of these atoms would be expected to have the same third ionization energy.

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