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The smallest among the following ion is
Options
(a) Na⁺
(b) Mg²⁺
(c) Ba²⁺
(d) Al³⁺
Correct Answer:
Al³⁺
Explanation:
The size of an species decreases with increasing nuclear charge became the attraction for the electrons increases. Thus, Al³⁺ is smaller in size.
