Question

how the nuclear charge increases

Answer 1

The decrease going across a period is due to a gradual increase in the effective nuclear charge (Zeff). The nucleus has a stronger hold on its electrons, so the radius decreases. Another determinant of atomic size is electron shells. Each row on the periodic table starts a new shell for the electrons.

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Answer 2

Hmm...I don't know the answer.