What makes the atomic radius change along a period in the periodic table?A.More electrons pair in orbitals, making the atomic radius smaller.B.More electrons in the valence shell make the radius bigger.C.More protons in the nucleus pull the electrons in, making the atomic radius smaller.D.The increased atomic mass makes the atomic radius bigger.
Question
What makes the atomic radius change along a period in the periodic table?A.More electrons pair in orbitals, making the atomic radius smaller.B.More electrons in the valence shell make the radius bigger.C.More protons in the nucleus pull the electrons in, making the atomic radius smaller.D.The increased atomic mass makes the atomic radius bigger.
Solution
The atomic radius changes along a period in the periodic table primarily due to the increase in the number of protons in the nucleus. As we move from left to right across a period, the number of protons in the nucleus (and electrons in the energy levels) increases. This increase in protons causes an increase in the positive charge of the nucleus which pulls the electrons closer to the nucleus, thereby decreasing the atomic radius. So, the correct answer is C. More protons in the nucleus pull the electrons in, making the atomic radius smaller.
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