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Define electronegativity

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Answer:

The ability of an atom to attract electrons.

Explanation:

Electronegativity is the ability of an atom to attract electrons.  In a bonded pair, electrons tend to stay closer to the more electronegative atom.  Atoms become more electronegative near the top right of the Periodic Table, with the highest electronegativity being Fluorine.