Navigate

If a neutral atoms is converted into a cation, then its

If a neutral atoms is converted into a cation, then its

Options

(a) atomic weight increases
(b) size increases
(c) atomic weight decreases
(d) size decreases

Correct Answer:

size decreases

Explanation:

After the removal of electron, to form cation, there is more effective nuclear charge on remaining electrons in the cation, so size decreases.

AIIMS1996
admin:

Related Questions

  1. The structure and hybridisation of Si(CH₃)₄ is
  2. The crystal structure of solid Mn(II) oxide is
  3. Which one of the following method, is commonly used method for destruction of
  4. In the following reaction, the product(A)
  5. How many grams of dibasic acid (mol.wt.200) should be present in 100 mL.