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Explain why the first ionisation energy of Al is less than that of Mg?

The outer electron on aluminium is removed from the 3p sub-level, whereas the outer electron on magnesium is removed from the 3s sub-level.The 3p sub-level is higher in energy than the 3s sub-level.Alumin...

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Why does calcium nitrate decompose in a similar way to magnesium nitrate, but require a higher temperature for decomposition?

Calcium ions (Ca2+) have the same charge as magnesium ions (Mg2+) but Ca2+ ions have a larger ionic radius (as ionic radius increases down the group). This means Ca2+...

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How can you convert benzene to N-phenylethanamide in 3 steps?

Step 1: Nitration of benzene Benzene + conc. H2SO4 + conc. HNO3 with heat & under reflux --> Nitrobenzene Step 2: Reduction of nitrobenzene Nitrobenzene + tin + con...

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How can crude oil be separated into different fractions?

Crude oil is a mixture of different hydrocarbons, of varying length. As they have different boiling points they can be separated.Crude oil is heated/vaporised from oil to gas.These vapours enter the fract...

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How does ionisation energy vary across a period in the periodic table?

Ionisation energy generally increases across a period in the periodic table. This is because across a period, one more proton is added to the nucleus. This increases the quantity of positive charge so the...

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