Chapter 11, Problem 116AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The false statement regarding periodic table is to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

The total distance that exists between the nucleus and the valence shell electrons of an atom is known to be the atomic size of that atom. According to the periodic table, the atomic size increases while going down the group and decreases while moving from left to right in the period.

The energy that is needed to eliminate an electron from a neutral atom is known as ionization energy.

According to the periodic table, the ionization energy of the elements increases while moving left to right in the period due to decrease in the atomic size. On the other hand, the ionization energy of the elements decreases while going down the group due to increase in the atomic size of the elements.