NEETChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
What is the primary factor responsible for the increase in atomic radius within a family or vertical column of the periodic table?
Options
- AAn increase in the number of valence electrons
- BA decrease in the effective nuclear charge
- CA decrease in the number of energy levels
- DA decrease in the atomic number
Correct answer
A. An increase in the number of valence electrons
Step-by-step solution
The increase in atomic radius within a family or vertical column of the periodic table to an increase in the number of valence electrons.