Periodic Classification and Periodic Properties 2 Question 45

45. Arrange the following as stated :

“Increasing order of ionic size” $\mathrm{N}^{3-}, \mathrm{Na}^{+}, \mathrm{F}^{-}, \mathrm{O}^{2-}, \mathrm{Mg}^{2+}$

(1991, 1M)

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Solution:

  1. Ionic size $\mathrm{Mg}^{2+}<\mathrm{Na}^{+}<\mathrm{F}^{-}<\mathrm{O}^{2-}<\mathrm{N}^{3-}$

Already explained in question 1 (i).