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an element with a small number of valence electrons and a small atomic radius
an element with a small number of valence electrons and a small atomic radius
an element with a large number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius
an element with a large number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius
an element with a small number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius
an element with a small number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius
an element with a large number of valence electrons and a small atomic radius
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The element with the lowest electronegativity would be an element with a small number of valence electrons and a large atomic radius.
Elements with fewer valence electrons tend to be less electronegative because they are more willing to lose electrons rather than gain them. Additionally, a larger atomic radius means that the valence electrons are further from the nucleus, leading to weaker attraction to the nucleus for any additional electrons, further contributing to lower electronegativity.
