The effective nuclear charge, Z*, is the net force of attraction experienced by the outermost electron in
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The effective nuclear charge, Z*, is the net force of attraction experienced by the outermost electron in an atom. Which of the following statements best describes how Z* varies among the elements of the second period (Li to F)?
(a) Regular increase from Li to F
(b) Regular decrease from Li to F
(c) General increase from Li to F, but with exceptions
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Chemistry And Chemical Reactivity
ISBN: 9780357001172
10th Edition
Authors: John C. Kotz, Paul M. Treichel, John Townsend, David Treichel
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