Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Question 292

Question: The polarising ability of which one of the following is highest [DCE 2003]

Options:

A) Small highly +ve ion

B) Large +ve ion

C) Small highly -ve ion

D) Large ­-ve ion

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Due to Raving small in size and electron defficient in nature it has highest polarising ability we can use Fazan’s rule to understand it further.