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In a period, the element with least atom...

In a period, the element with least atomic size is

A

alkali metal

B

halogen

C

inert gas

D

chalcogen

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The correct Answer is:
B
In a period, atomic size generally decreases from left to right because nuclear charge Increases. Thus in a period halogens have least size.
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