Question

which is larger in size ca2+ or zn2+ and why

Answer 1

Zn2+ has larger size because it has more atomic no. and more electrons than Ca2+.

Answer 2

Hi friend,

Answer:-

Zn2+ is greater in size than ca2+.

Reason:-

No.of shells increases down the group.

Explanation:-

As you move down a group in the periodic table , additional layers of electrons are being added, which naturally causes the ionic radius to increase as you move down the periodic table.


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