Chemistry-Atomic Radius
NEET Chemistry Atomic Radius MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11
If the bond distance in an oxygen molecule (O2) is 120 pm, what is the approximate atomic radius of an oxygen atom?
A
60 pm
B
120 pm
C
90 pm
D
240 pm
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The atomic radius of an element in a diatomic molecule is half the bond distance. Therefore, the atomic radius of oxygen is 60 pm.
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