Trend in Electronegativity
Electronegativity is the ability of a bonded atom to attract the pair of electrons in a covalent bond

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Key terms in this lesson
- shielding
- The repulsion of outer shell electrons by electrons in filled inner shells, which reduces the nuclear attraction they feel.
More in Group 7
- Group 7 Elements
- Trends in Melting and Boiling Temperature
- Trend in Reactivity
- Reactions with Group 1 and 2 Metals
- Halogen-Halide Displacement Reactions
- Halogen Disproportionation Reactions
- Reaction of Halides with Sulfuric Acid
- Sodium Chloride
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