A Sulfur Atom Has a Larger Atomic Radius Than an Oxygen

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Multiple Choice

A sulfur atom has a larger atomic radius than an oxygen atom. Which statement best explains why?

• A)Sulfur contains more electrons than oxygen does.
• B)Sulfur contains more protons than oxygen does.
• C)The valence shell of sulfur is farther away from the nucleus than the valence shell of oxygen is.
• D)The larger number of protons in an oxygen atom pulls its electrons closer to the nucleus than a sulfur atom.

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