Why is the first ionization energy of a nonmetal much higher than that of an alkali metal in its same period? Provide an answer using 3 – 4 sentences in your own words.

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Christophe Keller · Answer 1 · 2018-07-13T08:58:06+0000

The nonmetal will have a higher temp than the other because it will have a higher melting point in which means they won't melt at the same point