NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
What is the primary reason for the higher electronegativity of group 14 elements?
Options
- ATheir larger atomic size
- BTheir smaller atomic size
- CTheir higher atomic number
- DTheir greater number of valence electrons
Correct answer
B. Their smaller atomic size
Step-by-step solution
The higher electronegativity of group 14 elements is due to their small size.