Which Elements Have the Highest Electronegativity and Why

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which elements have the highest electronegativity and why?

• A) The nonmetals, because they accept electrons in order to attain an octet
• B) The metals, because they accept electrons in order to attain an octet
• C) The nonmetals, because they donate electrons in order to attain an octet
• D) The metals, because they donate electrons in order to attain an octet
• E) The transition metals, because they can have different charges

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