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Periodic Trends: Atomic Radius (Chemistry Explained)

Written By The Science Classroom on Wednesday, Oct 09, 2013 | 08:49 PM

 
This video explains the periodic trend of atomic radius and why atomic size changes across the periodic table. You’ll learn how atomic radius varies across periods and down groups — and why those patterns exist. In this lesson, you’ll learn: • What atomic radius means • How atomic radius changes across a period • How atomic radius changes down a group • The role of nuclear charge and electron shielding • Common mistakes students make with periodic trends This explanation is great for: • High school chemistry • Intro / general chemistry • Periodic trends and atomic structure • Homework help and exam prep 👉 If periodic trends have ever felt like memorization, this explanation will help the pattern finally make sense. Want more fast chemistry help? ⚡ Chemistry Homework in 3 MINUTES OR LESS! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfWuBca_SOr_FmVuuLtPNzJBp-uNr6ztJ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment to let me know what chemistry topic you want help with next! #chemistry #periodictrends #atomicradius #periodictable #highschoolchemistry