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An atom with high electronegativity has

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Large size

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High ionisation potential

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Low electron affinity

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Low ionisation potential

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Solution

The correct option is D
High ionization potential
An electronegative element has a tendency to accept electrons not to lose an electron. So they will be having high ionization potential.

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