Question:

The correct order of radii is:

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For isoelectronic species, radius increases as nuclear charge decreases.
Updated On: Mar 18, 2026
  • N < Be < B
  • F < O\textsuperscript2− < N\textsuperscript3−
  • Na < Li < K
  • Fe\textsuperscript3+ < Fe\textsuperscript2+ < Fe\textsuperscript4+
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation


Step 1: Identifying species.
The ions F\textsuperscript−, O\textsuperscript2−, and N\textsuperscript3− are isoelectronic.
Step 2: Effect of nuclear charge.
Higher nuclear charge results in smaller radius.
Step 3: Ordering radii.
F < O²⁻ < N³⁻
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