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The pair of elements that forms a bond with the least electronegativity difference is1 pointK and ClO and ClNa and ClMg and Cl

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The pair of elements that forms a bond with the least electronegativity difference is

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  • K and Cl
  • O and Cl
  • Na and Cl
  • Mg and Cl
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Solution

To answer this question, we need to know the electronegativity values of the elements mentioned. Electronegativity is a measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons. The Pauling scale is the most commonly used. Here are the approximate values:

  • Potassium (K): 0.82
  • Chlorine (Cl): 3.16
  • Oxygen (O): 3.44
  • Sodium (Na): 0.93
  • Magnesium (Mg): 1.31

Now, let's calculate the difference in electronegativity for each pair:

  • K and Cl: 3.16 - 0.82 = 2.34
  • O and Cl: 3.16 - 3.44 = 0.28 (absolute value)
  • Na and Cl: 3.16 - 0.93 = 2.23
  • Mg and Cl: 3.16 - 1.31 = 1.85

The pair with the least difference in electronegativity is O and Cl.

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