Question

1. nonpolar- atoms have ______ attraction for electrons.
2. polar atoms have ______ attraction for electrons
3. electronegativity is the tendency for an atom to ______ shared electrons when forming a chemical bond.

Explanation:

1. For nonpolar atoms (in bonds between identical atoms), electron attraction is equal as they have the same electronegativity.
2. For polar atoms (in bonds between different atoms with electronegativity differences), electron attraction is unequal, pulling electrons more toward one atom.
3. Electronegativity is defined as the tendency of an atom to attract shared electrons in a chemical bond.

Answer:

1. equal
2. unequal
3. attract