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Atomic volume (AV) is the ratio of atomic weight A of an element to its density
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Sol. Both and
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Sol. As electrons are added to the outer valence shell initially the attraction force between the incoming electron and nucleus is stronger than the interelectronic repulsions. The AV therefore decreases. As more electrons are added, the interelectronic repulsions outweigh the nuclear attractions
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Sol. All of the above are correct
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