Question

    Which of the following is true regarding the periodic

    table?
    A As we move down the group the size of an atom decreases Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B As we move across the table, the size of an atom decreases Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C As we move down the group, electronegativity increases Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D As we move across the table, electronegativity increases Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    There are various trends in a periodic table which are followed except some exceptions here ans there. Some of the important trends being The size increases as we move down the group The size decreases as we move across the table The electronegativity decreases as we move down the table The electronegativity increases as we move across the table Hence, option D is correct. 

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