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How size of the ions depends on screening effect priodically ?

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8 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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8 Years ago
Hello Student,

Atomic radius decreases from left to right within aperiod. This is caused by the increase in the number of protons and electronsacross a period. One proton has a greatereffectthan one electron; thus, electrons are pulled towards the nucleus, resulting in a smaller radius. This is caused by electronshielding.

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