Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

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

Chapter 22 - Chemistry of the Nonmetals - Exercises - Page 992: 22.31

Answer

Xenon has a larger atomic radius as compared to Argon and lower ionization energy. Hence it can be ionized more easier and accommodate electrons due to its larger size.

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