Chemistry-(general)

NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

Which of the following elements has the smallest atomic radius in its period?

A

Fluorine

B

Chlorine

C

Bromine

D

Iodine

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Fluorine has the smallest atomic radius among the elements in its period due to the maximum effective nuclear charge, as mentioned in the NCERT context.

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