NEETChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
How does the atomic radius change within a family or vertical column of the periodic table?
Options
- AIt decreases regularly with atomic number
- BIt increases regularly with atomic number
- CIt remains constant
- DIt depends on the type of elements in the family
Correct answer
B. It increases regularly with atomic number
Step-by-step solution
Within a family or vertical column of the periodic table, the atomic radius increases regularly with atomic number.