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NEETChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

Explain why electronegativity of elements increases on moving from left to right in the periodic table.

Options

  1. ALarger atomic size leads to stronger electron-electron repulsions.
  2. BHigher nuclear charge results in a stronger attraction for electrons.
  3. CPartially filled inner electron shell reduces affinity for additional electrons.
  4. DElectron cloud being more diffuse makes it easier for the atom to accept an extra electron.

Correct answer

B. Higher nuclear charge results in a stronger attraction for electrons.

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (B) Higher nuclear charge results in a stronger attraction for electrons.

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