(a)
Interpretation:
The larger atom in given pair should be selected.
Concept Introduction: The distance from the center of the nucleus of an atom to the outermost electron is said to be the atomic radius of an atom.
(b)
Interpretation:
The larger atom in given pair should be selected.
Concept Introduction: The distance from the center of the nucleus of an atom to the outermost electron is said to be the atomic radius of an atom.
(c)
Interpretation:
The larger atom in given pair should be selected.
Concept Introduction: The distance from the center of the nucleus of an atom to the outermost electron is said to be the atomic radius of an atom.
(d)
Interpretation:
The larger atom in given pair should be selected.
Concept Introduction: The distance from the center of the nucleus of an atom to the outermost electron is said to be the atomic radius of an atom.
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