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Which element is the most electronegative on the Pauling scale?

Correct answer B. Fluorine

Explanation

Fluorine has a high nuclear charge for its very small radius, so it attracts bonding electrons most strongly. Its Pauling electronegativity of 4.0 is the highest of all elements.

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