Question

define the term electronegativity. choose one: a. a negatively charged particle created when an atom or molecule gains one or more electrons b. the energy change that occurs when 1 mole of electrons combines with 1 mole of atoms or ions in the gas phase c. a relative measure of the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a bond to itself d. the amount of energy needed to remove 1 mole of electrons from 1 mole of ground - state atoms or ions in the gas phase

Explanation:

Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract bonding - electrons. Option A describes an anion, option B describes electron - affinity, and option D describes ionization energy.

Answer:

C. A relative measure of the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a bond to itself