Elements with ________ first ionization energies and ________ electron affinities generally form cations.
A) low, very negative
B) high, positive or slightly negative
C) low, positive or slightly negative
D) high, very negative
E) None of these is generally correct.

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Elements with low first ionization energies lose electrons easily, forming cations, and those with positive or slightly negative electron affinities do not readily gain electrons.

Elements with ________ First Ionization Energies and ________ Electron Affinities

Elements with First Ionization Energies and Electron Affinities