1. Ionisation energies provide evidence for the electronic structure of atoms.

i) Define the term first ionisation energy.

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ii) Construct an equation to represent the second ionisation energy of magnesium. Include state symbols.

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iii) Explain the trend in first ionisation energies across Period 3 (sodium to argon). Refer to nuclear charge and shielding in your answer.

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