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 is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom or ion in the gaseous state. The correct equation is X(g)→ X+(g)+ e-.

Which One of the Following Equations Correctly Represents the Process