Question

5 multiple choice 1 point which element requires more energy to remove an electron
o germanium
o carbon
o lead

Explanation:

Carbon is in a higher - up position in Group 14 of the periodic table compared to germanium and lead. Ionization energy generally decreases down a group as the outermost electrons are farther from the nucleus and less tightly held. So carbon has a higher ionization energy and requires more energy to remove an electron.

Answer:

B. Carbon