Question

The atomic radii of three elements X, Y and Z of a period of the periodic table are 186 pm; 104 pm and 143 pm respectively. Giving a reason, arrange these elements in the increasing order of atomic numbers in the period.

 

Answer 1

The elements in the increasing order of atomic numbers in the period is X<Z<Y. On moving from left to right in a period, the atomic number increases. Hence, the size of the atomic radius decreases.