Which Elements Have the Highest Electronegativity and Why

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which elements have the highest electronegativity and why?

• A) Nonmetals.They accept electrons in order to attain an octet.
• B) Metals.They accept electrons in order to attain an octet.
• C) Nonmetals.They donate electrons in order to attain an octet.
• D) Metals.They donate electrons in order to attain an octet.
• E) Transition metals.They can have different charges.

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