Which one of the following equations correctly represents the process involved in the electron affinity of X? A) X(g) → X⁺(g) + e^- B) X⁺(g) → X⁺(aq) C) X⁺(g) + e^- → X(g) D) X(g) + e^- → X^-(g) E) X⁺(g) + Y^-(g) → XY(s)

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The electron affinity of X involves the process of adding an electron to form a negative ion. This is represented by the equation X(g) + e- → X-(g), which is equivalent to the given equation D: X(g) + e^- → X^-(g). Choices A, B, and E do not represent this process, while choice C has the incorrect stoichiometry.

Which One of the Following Equations Correctly Represents the Process