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Chemistry-Atomic Radius

NEET Chemistry Atomic Radius MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 11

What is the method used to estimate the atomic size of a non-metallic element?

A

Measure the distance between two atoms in a covalent bond.

B

Calculate the volume of the atom using its mass.

C

Use the density of the element to find its size.

D

Estimate size based on the element's ionization energy.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The atomic size of a non-metallic element can be estimated by measuring the distance between two atoms when they are bound together by a single bond in a covalent molecule, allowing for the calculation of the 'Covalent radius'.

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