The metallic, covalent and ionic radii of Al are 143, 130 and 54 pm respectively; the value

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The metallic, covalent and ionic radii of Al are 143, 130 and 54 pm respectively; the value of rion is for a 6-coordinate ion. 

(a) How is each of these quantities defined? 

(b) Suggest reasons for the trend in values.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

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Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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