NEETChemistryd and f Block Elements
How do the atomic radii of the third (5d) series compare to those of the second (4d) series?
Options
- AThe atomic radii of the third (5d) series are larger.
- BThe atomic radii of the third (5d) series are virtually the same.
- CThe atomic radii of the third (5d) series are smaller.
- DThe atomic radii of the third (5d) series vary unpredictably.
Correct answer
B. The atomic radii of the third (5d) series are virtually the same.
Step-by-step solution
The radii of the third (5d) series are virtually the same as those of the corresponding members of the second series.