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Why does the atomic radius generally decrease as you move from left to right across a period in the periodic table?

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Increased nuclear charge pulls electrons closer to the nucleus

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Electrons are added to the outer shell, increasing size

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Shielding effect increases, causing a larger radius

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Electrons are lost during bonding, leading to a smaller radius

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When a new element is added to the same energy level, its nucleus gains another proton. Other options are incorrect because Adding electrons to the outer shell does not mean the atom grows; Shielding comes from inner electrons.

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Nuclear Charge
Periodic Trends
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Periodic properties describe the trends in atomic size, ionization potential, electron affinity, electronegativity, metallic character, and non-metallic character across periods and groups. These properties help in understanding the reactivity and behavior of elements within the Periodic Table.

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Periodic properties describe the trends in atomic size, ionization potential, electron affinity, electronegativity, metallic character, and non-metallic character across periods and groups. These properties help in understanding the reactivity and behavior of elements within the Periodic Table.

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