Which of the following neutral atoms has the SMALLEST atomic radius?
ALithium (Li)
BCarbon (C)
CFluorine (F)
DNeon (Ne)
Explanation
📌 Atomic radius decreases left-to-right across a period because nuclear charge increases while electrons fill the same shell — the stronger pull compresses the atom. Among Li (3 protons), C (6), and F (9), fluorine has the strongest nuclear pull and the smallest radius. (Note: Ne is often shown larger because covalent radius isn't well-defined for noble gases.)
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