P Block Elements Question 295
Question: Gradual addition of electronic shells in the noble gases causes a decrease in their
[MP PET 1997]
Options:
A) Ionization energy
B) Atomic radius
C) Boiling point
D) Density
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
As the number of shells increases, size increases and the effective nuclear charge on the outermost electron decreases. Thus, I.E. decreases.
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