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The atomic radius of Ag is closest to:

1. Ni
2. Hg
3. Au
4. Cu

Correct answer: Au

Solution

Due to the lanthanide contraction, gold (Au) has almost the same atomic radius (~144 pm) as silver (Ag), so Ag is closest to Au.

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