Question

which phrase best describes electronegativity? (1 point)
o the partial charge an element carries in a covalent or ionic bond
o the number of electrons an element shares in an ionic bond
o the relative strength with which an element attracts electrons in a chemical bond
o the number of electrons an element has

Explanation:

Electronegativity is defined as the relative strength with which an element attracts electrons in a chemical bond. The number of electrons an element has is related to its atomic number. The number of electrons an element shares in an ionic bond is not the definition of electronegativity. The partial charge an element carries in a covalent or ionic bond is related to polarity and charge distribution, not electronegativity.

Answer:

the relative strength with which an element attracts electrons in a chemical bond