\(IE_1\) and \(IE_2\) of Mg(g) are \(178\,\mathrm{kcal\,mol^{-1}}\) and \(348\,\mathrm{kcal\,mol^{-1}}\), respectively. The energy required for the reaction \(\mathrm{Mg(g)}\rightarrow\mathrm{Mg}^{2+}\mathrm{(g)}+2e^{-}\) is
- A\(+170\,\mathrm{kcal}\)
- B\(+526\,\mathrm{kcal}\)
- C\(-170\,\mathrm{kcal}\)
- D\(-525\,\mathrm{kcal}\)
✓ Correct answer: B
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