Which of the statements about the behaviour of the atom is correct?

a

atomic size decreases down the group

b

atomic size increases across the period

c

anions are smaller than the parent atom

d

cations are smaller than the parent atom

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tinizhawd
5 years ago

Cations are smaller than the corresponding parent atom, since the valence electrons, which are furthest away from the nucleus, are lost. Taking more electrons away from the cation further reduces the radius of the ion

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Idrisayinla26
2 months ago

it is the last question for me in this jamb.oh chiun

peacful
10 months ago

explanation is unavailale

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