how-does-the-atomic-radius-change-as-you-move-down-a-group-in-the-periodic-table

Question

How does the atomic radius change as you move down a group in the periodic table?

Accepted Answer

It increases because additional electron shells are added.

Answer

It decreases because electrons are removed from the outer shell.

Answer

It remains constant because the number of protons and electrons are balanced.

Answer

It decreases because the nucleus becomes more positively charged.