1. As you know, atoms of different elements have different masses, but one thing we have not discussed yet is how
much SPACE atoms take up; in other words the volume an atom possesses. The volume of an atom is very
important because it helps scientists determine how reactive an element will be. Here is your mission. Using
what you know about atomic structure, examine the following pairs of elements and their location on the periodic
table. For each pair, circle the atom which you believe would take up more space. Then give an EXPLANATION
of how you made your choices.
a) C or Ne b) Sr or S c) N or As d) Nb or Te e) Ca or Ba Explanation of how you made your
choices: