Which one of the following equations correctly represents the process relating to the ionization energy of X? A) X(s) → X⁺(g) + e^- B) X₂(g) → X⁺(g) + X^-(g) C) X(g) + e^- → X^-(g) D) X^-(g) → X(g) + e^- E) X(g) → X⁺(g) + e^-

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Ionization energy refers to the energy required to remove an electron from a gaseous atom or ion. The correct equation (E) shows a gaseous atom (X) losing an electron (e-) to form a positively charged ion (X+), which is the process of ionization.

Which One of the Following Equations Correctly Represents the Process