Chemistry-Periodic Trends

NEET Chemistry Periodic Trends MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11

How does the electronegativity of elements change across a period?

A

It increases from left to right.

B

It decreases from left to right.

C

It remains constant across the period.

D

It varies randomly across the period.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Electronegativity increases across a period due to the increase in non-metallic properties and a corresponding decrease in metallic properties of the elements.

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