MCQ
In which of the following pairs the difference between the covalent radii of the two metals is maximum
  • $K, Ca$
  • B
    $Mn , Fe$
  • C
    $Co , Ni$
  • D
    $Cr , Mn$

Answer

Correct option: A.
$K, Ca$
a
(a) Covalent radii decreases on going from left to right in periods.

However among the transition elements the size do not changes much because the electrons add to the pneultimate $d$-subshells i.e. $(n - 1)\,d{\rm{ - }}$subshell.

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