How does the ionic radius of a typical metallic atom compare with its atomic radius?

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How does the ionic radius of a typical metallic atom compare with its atomic radius?

2006-11-12 04:37:52 · 2 answers · asked by brucelee135 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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a typical metalic atom takes a positive charge when it becomes an ion. that means that it loses its valence electrons. that means the radius is smaller in the ion than in the atom.

2006-11-12 04:40:50 · answer #1 · answered by Jake S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

vastly smaller

2006-11-12 06:10:32 · answer #2 · answered by The Frontrunner 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋