Which element atom will form a SMALLER radius when it becomes an ion? Cl S P Mg

ToughPal asked Nov 22, 2023

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Which element atom will form a SMALLER radius when it becomes an ion?

Cl
S
P
Mg

ToughPal asked Nov 22, 2023

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Answer:

Helium

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I don't really know chemistry that well but helium is 1 element atom that will form a smaller radius when it becomes an ion

Morgler answered Nov 27, 2023

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