In the main group elements $(i)$ as we proceed down the same group in the periodic table and $(ii)$ as we proceed from left to right in the same period,the atomic radius

  • A
    $(i)$ Increases continuously; $(ii)$ Decreases continuously
  • B
    $(i)$ Decreases continuously; $(ii)$ Increases continuously
  • C
    $(i)$ Increases continuously; $(ii)$ Decreases up to the group $IV$ and then increases up to the end of the period.
  • D
    $(i)$ Decreases continuously; $(ii)$ Decreases up to the group $IV$ and then increases up to the end of the period.

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