The element with the largest atomic radius in period 3 is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The element with the largest atomic radius in period 3 is:
A. Ar
B. Na
C. Mg
D. Cl
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Atomic radius decreases across a period due to increasing nuclear charge. Sodium (Na) is the first element in period 3, thus it has the largest atomic radius. Argon (noble gas) has the smallest (though noble gas radii are van der Waals and larger than covalent, but still trend is decreasing). For metals, Na > Mg > Al; non-metals further smaller.

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