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How do the ionic radii vary within a group of non-metals?

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Answer: Ionic radii is half the distance between two ions.

Explanation: from top to bottom down an element group, ionic radius increases. This is because a new electron shell is added as you move down the periodic table.

Might Be wrong not sure :)

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