Chemistry-Atomic Radius

NEET Chemistry Atomic Radius MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

If the bond length in a diatomic molecule X2 is 200 pm, what is the atomic radius of element X assuming it forms a covalent bond?

A

100 pm

B

200 pm

C

300 pm

D

400 pm

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The covalent radius is half the bond length in a diatomic covalent molecule, as stated in the NCERT context with the example of Cl2.

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