What do you call an atom that readily accepts an electron?

Electropositive

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Electronegative

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Metalloids

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Actinides

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Solution

The correct option is B Electronegative
Atoms which receive electrons easily are called electronegative. For example, chlorine. Electronegativity increases along a period and decreases down the group.

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