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Adjective electronegative has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebElectronegativeDefinition:Adjective 1. Having a tendency to attract and bond with electrons. 2. Describing an element or compound that tends to accept electrons, creating negative ions. Sample Sentences:1. Oxygen is an electronegative element that readily accepts electrons to form negative ions. 2. The electronegative properties of chlorine make it a powerful oxidizing agent. 3. In a chemical reaction, the electronegative atom attracts the bonding electrons towards itself. Related Products:Search for electronegative products on Amazon. | ||||
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