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In group 13, how does electronegativity change from boron to thallium?
ARises steadily throughout
BFalls steadily throughout
CStays constant throughout
DFalls to Al, then rises
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Falls to Al, then rises
Electronegativity drops from boron to aluminium, then rises to thallium because inner d and f electrons shield poorly.
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