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The ionic radius of the fluoride ion is:

Correct answer: C. 136 pm

  • A. 72 pm
  • B. 95 pm
  • C. 136 pm
  • D. 157 pm

Explanation

The atomic radius of fluorine is 72pm, but when an electron is added, the affective nuclear charge decreases so the ionic radius of an anion is always greater than the atomic radius for fluoride, it is 136pm. Key point: fluoride is the anion of fluorine.

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