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Is there any method to compare the electronegativity of ions such as O-, N+, S-, O+?
pzona said:the order (decreasing) is O+, O, N+, N. Does that make sense?
Abdul Quadeer said:No it doesn't. The correct answer is O+ > N+ > O > N.
gerrardz said:electronegativity is a measure of the ability of an atom to attract Bonding electrons in a molecule. So i believe that this term is not defined on ION. I believe you are talking about effective nuclear charge, so the arrangement is correct. Electronegativity is a hypothetical value based on Maths, so different scientists have diff ways of calculating it thus give rise to different scales.
Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons in a chemical bond. It is a fundamental property of elements that helps predict the behavior of chemical compounds.
The electronegativity of ions refers to the ability of an ion to attract electrons, while the electronegativity of atoms refers to the ability of an individual atom to attract electrons. Ions have different electronegativities compared to their parent atoms due to the change in their electron configuration.
The electronegativity of an ion is determined by several factors, including the number of protons and the distance between the nucleus and the valence electrons. Generally, the smaller the ion and the higher the charge, the higher the electronegativity.
Electronegativity plays a crucial role in determining the type of bond that forms between ions. If the difference in electronegativity between two ions is large, an ionic bond will form, where one ion completely transfers electrons to the other. If the difference is small, a covalent bond may form, where the electrons are shared between the ions.
Yes, the electronegativity of an ion can change depending on its chemical environment. For example, the electronegativity of an ion may increase if it is surrounded by atoms with higher electronegativities, leading to a stronger attraction for electrons. Additionally, the oxidation state of an ion can also affect its electronegativity.