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Atomic Radius

is the distan...

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is the distance from the centre of nucleus to the valence shell of an atom

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Covalent radius

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Metallic radius

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Ionic radius

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Atomic radius

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Solution

The correct option is D Atomic radius
Atomic radius is the distance between the centre of nucleus to the valence shell of an atom. It is usually measured in Angstroms (Å) and $1 Å = 10^{- 10} m$ .

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