Variation of Electronegativity
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Q. Nonmetals are electronegative. They tend to form bonds by losing electrons.
- True
- False
Q. Nitrogen (atomic number 7) and phosphorus (atomic number 15) belong to group 15 of the Periodic Table. Write the electronic configuration of these two elements. Which of these will be more electronegative? Why? [3 MARKS]
Q.
From top to bottom in a group, electronegativity increases.
True
False
Q.
The most electronegative element is
Fluorine
Oxygen
Bromine
Chlorine
Q. Which of the following statements is not correct about the trends when going from left to right across a period in the periodic table?
- The elements become less metallic in nature.
- The number of valence electrons increases.
- The atoms lose their electrons more easily.
- The oxides becomes more acidic.
Q.
Which of the following is more electronegative?
Metals
Non metals
Noble gases
Metalloids