Practice Atomic and Ionic Sizes - 2.1 | Chapter 8: The d- and f-Block Elements | ICSE Class 12 Chemistry
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Describe the trend in atomic size across a period.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of the number of protons and their pull on electrons.

Question 2

Easy

What is lanthanide contraction?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how the f-orbitals affect size.

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Question 1

What happens to atomic radius across a period?

  • Increases
  • Decreases
  • Stays the same

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the trend for periodic atomic radii.

Question 2

True or False: Ionic sizes of anions are always smaller than their parent atoms.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about electron relationships when gaining electrons.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Determine and compare the atomic size of elements Scandium (Sc) and Copper (Cu). What factors contribute to the differences you observe?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider their positions in the periodic table.

Question 2

In a group of d-block elements, why does Gold (Au) have a smaller atomic radius compared to Silver (Ag) despite being below it in the periodic table?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Examine lattice structure in d-block elements to help understand.

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