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Which group of elements in the periodic table has the largest...
Which group of elements in the periodic table has the largest atomic sizes within a given period?
Options
- ANoble gases
- BAlkali metals
- CTransition metals
- DHalogens
Correct answer
B. Alkali metals
Step-by-step solution
Within a particular period of the periodic table, alkali metals have the largest atomic sizes. Atomic size decreases from left to right across a period, and alkali metals are located on the far left side of the periodic table.