Question

covalent and ionic bonding quick check
which phrase best describes electronegativity? (1 point)
o the number of electrons an element has
o the partial charge an element carries in a covalent or ionic bond
o the relative strength with which an element attracts electrons in a chemical bond
o the number of electrons an element shares in an ionic bond

Explanation:

Electronegativity is defined as the relative ability of an atom in a chemical bond to attract electrons towards itself. It's a measure of how strongly an element pulls electrons in a bond.

Answer:

the relative strength with which an element attracts electrons in a chemical bond