To determine which of the given elements—Li (Lithium), O (Oxygen), C (Carbon), and F (Fluorine)—has the smallest atomic radius, we need to compare their atomic radii.
Here are the atomic radii of each element:
- Lithium (Li) has an atomic radius of 152 picometers.
- Oxygen (O) has an atomic radius of 60 picometers.
- Carbon (C) has an atomic radius of 70 picometers.
- Fluorine (F) has an atomic radius of 50 picometers.
Now we compare these values:
1. Lithium: 152 picometers
2. Oxygen: 60 picometers
3. Carbon: 70 picometers
4. Fluorine: 50 picometers
Among these values, the smallest atomic radius is 50 picometers.
Therefore, the element with the smallest atomic radius is Fluorine (F).
