Ionization energy generally decreases down a group because:

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Down a group, number of shells increases, atomic radius increases, and inner electrons shield the outermost electron from the nucleus. The effective nuclear charge experienced by valence electron decreases, making it easier to remove. Thus ionization energy decreases. For example, IE of Cs

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