S Block Elements Question 254

Question: Which element possesses biggest atomic radii

Options:

A) $ P $

B) $ Si $

C) $ Al $

D) $ Mg $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Element - Mg Al Si P
Atomic radii $ ( {\AA} ) $ - 1.60 1.43 1.32 1.28

as we move across the period nuclear charge increases, hence, size decreases.