Identify the element with lowest electronegativity.

Identify the element with lowest electronegativity.
  1. O
  2. $\cdot \mathrm{S}$
  3. F
  4. Cl

Solution

Electronegativity of an element increases across a period and decreases down the group. Hence, among the given, electronegativity of sulphur is the least.

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