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Which statement explains why large atoms are more reactive than small atoms?

A.
Large atoms have valence electrons farther from the nucleus and lose them more readily.
B.
Large atoms have greater ionization energy, which they can utilize during a reaction.
C.
Large atoms have a greater number of electrons that they can lose during a reaction.
D.
Large atoms have more energy levels, so they have more energy to pass on in a reaction.

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Answer:

A. Large atoms have valence electrons farther from the nucleus and lose them more readily

Explanation:

Large atoms have more energy levels, and the valence electron is farther from the nucleus, so the attractive force between this electron and the nucleus is weak. It will be necessary less energy for this atom loses an electron than a smaller atom. Large atoms lose their electrons more readily.

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