Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 12
Assertion (A): The electronegativity value generally decreases down the group in the p-block elements.
Reason (R): As atomic size increases, the ability of an atom to attract electrons decreases.
A
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that electronegativity generally decreases down the group with increasing atomic size, and the reason is that larger atoms have a reduced ability to attract electrons.
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