Question

reactivity quick check
which element would have the lowest electronegativity? (1 point)
o an element with a small number of valence electrons and a small atomic radius
o an element with a large number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius
o an element with a large number of valence electrons and a small atomic radius
o an element with a small number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius

Explanation:

Electronegativity is the ability of an atom to attract electrons. Elements with a small number of valence - electrons tend to lose electrons rather than attract them. A large atomic radius means the outermost electrons are farther from the nucleus, so the nucleus has less pull on electrons from other atoms. Both these factors contribute to low electronegativity.

Answer:

an element with a small number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius