Which one of the following is the correct order of size of othe iodine specifies?

Options

(a) I > I⁺ > I⁻
(b) I > I⁻ > I⁺
(c) I⁺ > I⁻ > I
(d) I⁻ > I > I⁺

Correct Answer:

I⁻ > I > I⁺

Explanation:

I⁻>I>I⁺. Size of anion is always larger than its neutral atom while size of cation is always smaller than its neutral atom.