Across a period from left to right, atomic radius generally: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Across a period from left to right, atomic radius generally:
A. First increases then decreases
B. Remains constant
C. Decreases
D. Increases
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Atomic radius decreases across a period because the effective nuclear charge increases while electrons are added to the same shell, pulling the electron cloud closer. Down a group, radius increases due to addition of new shells.

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