Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The elements boron, carbon, neon have to be arranged in order of increasing size.
Concept Introduction:
Atomic Radius:
Atomic radius is the distance from the centre of the nucleus to the outermost shell containing electrons.
Periodic Trends:
The atomic radius of an element decreases along the period and increases down the group.
(b)
Interpretation:
The elements calcium, magnesium and beryllium have to be arranged in order of increasing size.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(c)
Interpretation:
The elements silicon, sulfur and magnesium have to be arranged in order of increasing size.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(d)
Interpretation:
The elements krypton, neon and xenon have to be arranged in order of increasing size.
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
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