Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A)Anions are usually larger than their corresponding atom.
• B)Metals tend to form cations.
• C)Atoms are usually larger than their corresponding cation.
• D)The halogens tend to form 1+ ions.
• E)Nonmetals tend to gain electrons.

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