The first ionization energy of magnesium is smaller as compared to that of elements $X$ and $Y$,but higher than that of $Z$. The elements $X$,$Y$ and $Z$,respectively,are :

  • A
    chlorine,lithium and sodium
  • B
    argon,lithium and sodium
  • C
    argon,chlorine and sodium
  • D
    neon,sodium and chlorine

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