What is the energy change called when a neutral atom gains an electron?

What is the energy change called when a neutral atom gains an electron?

Correct Answer: electron affinity
nuclear fission
fusion gain
mass affinity

Explanation: The energy change that occurs when a neutral atom gains an electron is called its electron affinity . When energy is released in a chemical reaction or process, that energy is expressed as a negative number. The figure below shows electron affinities in kJ/mole for the representative elements. Electron affinities are measured on atoms in the gaseous state and are very difficult to measure accurately.

Join our channels for latest updates

WhatsApp Telegram

More Random Questions

Q: What are organic molecules that consist of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen called?
Ans: carbohydrates

Q: What acids are the structural components of many lipids and may be saturated or unsaturated?
Ans: fatty acids

Q: A patient with muscle cramps requires intervention. Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely?
Ans: Hypomagnesemia

Q: Which Indian port is located in Andhra Pradesh?
Ans: Visakhapatnam Port

Q: What does a green flashing arrow indicate?
Ans: Proceed in the direction

Q: What was the expected 12-month inflation rate in April 2025, per Deloitte?
Ans: 6.5%

Q: Where has the 'Kulhari Band Panchayat Campaign' started on 30 July 2024?
Ans: Rajasthan

Q: What term is used to describe is the spontaneous emission of particles and radiation from atomic nuclei?
Ans: microscopic

Q: Who was awarded the '12th Vishwa Hindi Samman' in a program organized by the Indian Embassy in Nepal?
Ans: Dr. Usha Thakur

Q: What percentage of Americans approved of Trump’s job handling in Feb 2025?
Ans: 50%

Q: Earth's axis is an imaginary line passing through which poles?
Ans: north and south

Q: What are plant structures that contain male and/or female reproductive organs?
Ans: flowers

Q: What is the term for a country’s trade balance?
Ans: Balance of Trade

Q: Comets that have periods of 200 years or less are knows as what-period comets?
Ans: short

Q: On May 1, 2024, the foundation day of which state was celebrated?
Ans: Gujarat and Maharashtra

Youngistan Junction

Welcome to Youngistan Junction, your ultimate hub for staying updated with the latest in current affairs, general knowledge, and general studies! Whether you're a student gearing up for exams or just someone passionate about expanding your knowledge, Youngistan Junction is here to provide you with an extensive collection of well-curated questions and answers.