Compare the radii of two species X and Y. Give reasons for your answer.
(a) X has 12 protons and 12 electrons
(b) Y has 12 protons and 10 electrons
The electronic configuration of
X -2,8,2
Y -2,8
As Y has fewer energy levels it’s atomic radius will be smaller than that of X.
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