RE-NEET2024Chemistry-Periodic Table

RE-NEET 2024 Chemistry Trends in Atomic Radii MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

The correct decreasing order of atomic radii (pm) of Li, Be, B and C is

A

Be > Li > B > C

B

Li > Be > B > C

C

C > B > Be > Li

D

Li > C > Be > B

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Atomic radii decrease across a period from left to right due to increasing nuclear charge. Therefore, Li > Be > B > C is the correct order.

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