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The first ionization energy of magnesium is higher than that of sodium because:
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A Mg has a smaller nuclear charge
B Mg has more protons and a smaller radius
C Mg loses two electrons
D Mg is a non-metal
Explanation

Greater nuclear charge and smaller radius make Mg's electron harder to remove.

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