NEETChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
What determines whether the term "Atomic Radius" refers to covalent or metallic radii?
Options
- AThe atomic number of the element
- BThe number of valence electrons
- CWhether the element is a non-metal or a metal
- DThe element's position in the periodic table
Correct answer
C. Whether the element is a non-metal or a metal
Step-by-step solution
"Atomic Radius" is used to refer to either covalent or metallic radii depending on whether the element is a non-metal or a metal.