easy · MCAT chem-phys

Which atom is more electronegative, and what is the underlying periodic trend?

1. Nitrogen is more electronegative because electronegativity increases from left to right across a period.
2. Carbon is more electronegative because it can form four bonds while Nitrogen typically forms three.
3. Nitrogen is more electronegative because it has a larger atomic radius, providing more surface area for bonding.
4. Carbon is more electronegative because it has fewer electron shells than Nitrogen.

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