Which ionization process requires the most energy? A)P(g)→ P⁺(g)+ e^- B)P⁺(g)→ P²⁺(g)+ e^- C)P²⁺(g)→ P³⁺(g)+ e^- D)P³⁺(g)→ P⁴⁺(g)+ e^-

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The ionization process that requires the most energy is the one that removes an electron from the highest energy level (the valence shell). According to the options given, option D involves removing an electron from the valence shell (n=3 to n=4), while the other options involve removing an electron from lower energy levels. Therefore, option D requires the most energy.

Which Ionization Process Requires the Most Energy