Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2020

The atomic radius of Ag is closed to :

  1. A Au Correct answer
  2. B Cu
  3. C Hg
  4. D Ni

Solution

Atomic radius of Ag and Au is nearly same due to lanthanide contraction. <br><br>In periodic table in group 1, 2, 3 from top to bottom radius increases but from group 4 to 12 size increases for 3d to 4d series elements but size of 4d and 5d series elements are approximately same.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: d and f Block Elements · Topic: Properties of Transition Metals

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