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What trend is observed in electronegativity across a period?
Options
A Decreases
B Increases
Correct Answer
C Remains constant
D Decreases and then increases
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

As you move from left to right across a period, the atomic radius decreases and the nuclear charge increases. This stronger pull on bonding electrons causes electronegativity to increase.

Hint

Atoms on the right side of a period (excluding noble gases) are more electronegative than those on the left.

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 370 of 1872
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