MHT CET 2024 Chemistry question

Chemistry Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties MHT CET 2024

Which among the following elements has highest electronegativity?

(A)K
(B)Na
(C)LiCorrect
(D)Cs

Answer: (C)

Solution

Electronegativity decreases down a group as atomic size increases and the nucleus holds the bonding electrons less strongly. In group 1 the order is Li > Na > K > Rb > Cs

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