10. Periodic Properties of the Elements
Periodic Trend: Atomic Radius
Problem 88
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionNote from the following table that there is a significant increase in atomic radius upon moving from Y to La, whereas the radii of Zr to Hf are the same. Suggest an explanation for this effect. Atomic Radii (pm) Sc 170 Ti 160 Y 190 Zr 175 La 207 Hf 175
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