Which of the following correctly lists the five atoms in order of increasing size (smallest to largest)?
A) F

Question

Which of the following correctly lists the five atoms in order of increasing size (smallest to largest)?
A) F < Br < Ge < Rb < K
B) F < K < Ge < Br < Rb
C) F < Ge < Br < K < Rb
D) F < K < Br < Ge < Rb
E) F < Br < Ge < K < Rb

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct order of increasing size is: F < Br < Ge < K < Rb. This is because the atomic size increases as you go down a group and from left to right across a period.

Which of the Following Correctly Lists the Five Atoms in Order