NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
What is the general trend in atomic and ionic radii from fluorine to iodine in Group 17?
Options
- ADecrease
- BIncrease
- CRemain constant
- DShow irregular variation
Correct answer
B. Increase
Step-by-step solution
The general trend in atomic and ionic radii from fluorine to iodine in Group 17 is an increase due to the increasing number of quantum shells.**