Elements with _______________ first ionization energies and ___________ electron affinities generally form anions.
A) low, very negative
B) high, positive or slightly negative
C) low, positive or slightly negative
D) high, very negative
E) None of the above is generally correct.

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Elements with high first ionization energies and very negative electron affinities tend to gain electrons easily and form anions. High ionization energy indicates that the element does not easily lose electrons, while a very negative electron affinity indicates a strong tendency to gain electrons.

Elements with _______________ First Ionization Energies and ___________ Electron Affinities

Elements with _____ First Ionization Energies and _ Electron Affinities