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which particle represents the size of the bromine ion compared to the b…

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which particle represents the size of the bromine ion compared to the bromine atom? br atom br ion same size br ion smaller br ion larger

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

When a bromine atom gains an electron to form a bromine ion ($Br^-$), the additional electron increases electron - electron repulsion. This causes the electron cloud to expand, making the bromine ion larger than the bromine atom.

Answer:

larger