Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 7 - Periodic Properties of the Elements - Exercises - Page 294: 7.73f

Answer

Atomic radius of Br: 185 pm Atomic radius of Cl: 175 pm Atomic radius of Br is larger

Work Step by Step

The atomic radius of Br is larger due to addition of 4p orbital.
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