Question

Why anion is bigger than its parent atom?

Answer 1

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So, anion means that the atom has gained an extra electron from other atom. As the electron is taken by this atom, it goes into new orbital thus there is a notable increase in the size of this atom when compared to the parent neutral atom

Answer 2

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here ur answer is.....

Cations are smaller in size because they are formed by loss of electrons and anions are larger in size because they are formed by the gain of electrons. cation than in its parent atom. Therefore, a cation is smaller in size than its parent atom.

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