The ability of an atom in a covalent bond to attract the bonding electrons is called:
Correct answer: C. Electronegativity
- A. Ionization energy
- B. Ionic bond energy
- C. Electronegativity
- D. Electron affinity
Explanation
Electronegativity is the tendency of an atom of a given chemical element to attract shared electrons when forming a chemical bond.
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