(B) The correct statement is $(B)$. Electronegativity decreases down a group because the atomic radius increases,which leads to a decrease in the attr

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Electronegativity decreases down a group.

(B) The correct statement is $(B)$. Electronegativity decreases down a group because the atomic radius increases,which leads to a decrease in the attraction between the nucleus and the shared pair of electrons.

Class 11 Chemistry Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties Electronegativity

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Electronegativity increases down a group.
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Electronegativity decreases down a group.
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Electronegativity decreases from left to right along a period.
D
Electronegativity changes along a group but remains constant along a period.

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The electronegativity of $C$,$H$,$O$,$N$ and $S$ are $2.5$,$2.1$,$3.5$,$3.0$ and $2.5$ respectively. Which of the following bonds is most polar?

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Which of the following sets of atoms is arranged in order of increasing electronegativity?

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Pauling's electronegativity values for elements are useful in predicting:

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The nature of the bond formed between two elements depends on the

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The molecule with the most polar bond is:

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The electronegativity of $C$,$H$,$O$,$N$ and $S$ are $2.5$,$2.1$,$3.5$,$3.0$ and $2.5$ respectively. Which of the following bonds is most polar?

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