Which of the following statements 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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Belloooo
4 years ago

Mr stephen Adedoyin is the best
Option D is correct
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montty
10 years ago

The ans is option C

When an atom gains electron, the nuclear charge effect increases thereby decreasing the size of the atom (anion)

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