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Answer: Explain which of the following anions is larger,

Chapter 8, Problem 46P

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QUESTION:

Explain which of the following anions is larger, and why: \(\mathrm{Se}^{2-}\) or \(\mathrm{Te}^{2-}\).

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QUESTION:

Explain which of the following anions is larger, and why: \(\mathrm{Se}^{2-}\) or \(\mathrm{Te}^{2-}\).

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 forms when the Se atom gains two electrons. The electronic configuration of Se is represented as given below:

The electronic configuration of  is  .

                                                   

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