Cations + anions and periodic trends

[csx]

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generally since cations are have one less electron their Zeff is greater so their ionization energy, electron aff are greater, correct? the radius is smaller, correct?

the opposite is generally correct with anions, correct?

When I say generally, i mean not including exceptions to the rule.

 

[Teleologist]

Yes

 

[sniderwes]

yeah they dont want to lose another electron