Question

Non-metals have ........... electronegativity.

• A. moderate
• B. low
• C. high
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C high

Electronegativity is a measure of the ability of an atom in a molecule to draw bonding electrons to itself. Electronegativity generally increases from left to right on the periodic table and decreases from top to bottom. As non-metals readily accept electrons they have higher electronegativity.