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The discussion centers on the factors influencing electronegativity within specific atoms in molecules and solutions. Participants clarify that electronegativity is not a fundamental parameter, highlighting its dependence on various definitions and contextual factors. Key chemical properties such as pKa, hydrogen bond formation, and van der Waals (vdW) bond strength are influenced by electronegativity, but it is not the sole determinant of these properties. The conversation emphasizes the complexity of electronegativity and its role in chemical interactions.

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hello!

I would like to know the factors that determine the electronegativity of a specific atom inside a specific molecule inside a specific solution, under specific environment situation

I also would like to know what does electronegativity determines, eg. pKa, formation of hydrogen bonds, strength of vdW bonds, etc

is electronegativity the one and only fundamental parameter to determine all the other chemical parameters?

thanks!
 
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Electronegativity is certainly not a fundamental parameter.
There are at least a hand full of not completely convincing and differing definitions of EN.
 

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