Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

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Chapter 7 - Periodic Properties of the Elements - Exercises - Page 290: 7.3b

Answer

$Ca^{2+}$ falls between the 2 spheres on the left. $S^{2-}$ falls between the 2 spheres on the right.

Work Step by Step

According to the chart the radii are: $Mg^{2+}$ 0.86 $K^+$ 1.52 $Cl^-$ 1.67 $Se^{2+}$ 1.84 $Ca^{2+}$ has a radius of 1.14 so falls between $Mg^{2+}$ and $K^+$. $S^{2-}$ has a radius of 1.70 so falls between $Cl^-$ and $Se^{2+}$.
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