Cations are smaller in diameter than their electrically neutral atom. Why?
A) When electrons are lost, the remaining electrons are pulled closer toward the nucleus.
B) When electrons are lost, the remaining electrons are pulled further away from the nucleus.
C) When electrons are gained, the electrons are pulled closer toward the nucleus.
D) When electrons are gained, the electrons are pulled further away from the nucleus.
E) When electrons are lost, the remaining electrons enter the nucleus.
Answer: A
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