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When the first electron affinity of oxygen is $$-141\text{ kJ/mol}$$, its second electron affinity is
The second electron must be added to the negatively charged $$\text{O}^-$$ ion, so energy is needed to overcome the electrostatic repulsion. The second electron gain enthalpy of oxygen is therefore positive (endothermic).
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