Explain why anions are bigger in size than neutral atom
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Neutral atoms that have gained an electron are called anions, and they are much larger than their respective atoms. As an additional electron occupies an outer orbital, there is increased electron-electron repulsion (and hence, increased shielding) which pushes the electrons further apart.
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An anion is found by gaining an electron. While gaining its nuclear charge decreases and thus anion have bigger size than neutral atoms.
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