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    May 20, 2009, 08:32 AM
    What is the size of an atom
    What is the size of an atom
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    May 20, 2009, 08:38 AM

    Atomic radius is anything from 25 to 300 pm, depending on the atom. Of course, it's hard to define, as the electrons form a cloud around the nucleus of varying radius.
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    May 20, 2009, 08:51 AM

    Here are some references with examples:

    Size of the Atom - Triumf

    Size of Atom - Fairfield

    Size of an atom - BU
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