Multiple Choice
Which of the following elements has the highest electronegativity?
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10. Periodic Properties of the Elements
Periodic Trend: Electronegativity
Multiple Choice
Which term refers to the relative ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond?
A
Electronegativity
B
Ionization energy
C
Atomic radius
D
Electron affinity
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that the question is asking for a term that describes how strongly an atom attracts electrons when it forms a chemical bond.
Recall the definitions of the given terms: Ionization energy is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom; Atomic radius is the size of an atom; Electron affinity is the energy change when an atom gains an electron; Electronegativity is the measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons in a bond.
Identify that the term specifically related to attracting electrons in a chemical bond is Electronegativity.
Note that Electronegativity is a dimensionless quantity that varies across the periodic table and helps predict bond polarity.
Conclude that the correct term for the relative ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond is Electronegativity.
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