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Which of the following statements is correct?

Which of the following statements is correct?
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  • A Atomic size decreases down the group
  • B Atomic size increases across the period
  • C Anions are smaller than the parent atom
  • D Cations are smaller than the parent atom
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A cation is a positively charged ion. This means electron is given out by a cation, hence the cation is smaller than the parent atom.

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