Which combination of atomic properties would lead to the highest reactivity?(1 point)

Responses

a small radius and a complete valence shell
a small radius and a complete valence shell

a large radius and low electronegativity
a large radius and low electronegativity

a small radius and low electronegativity
a small radius and low electronegativity

a large radius and a complete valence shell

1 answer

The combination of atomic properties that would lead to the highest reactivity is:

a large radius and low electronegativity.

Atoms with a large radius generally have their valence electrons further from the nucleus, making them less tightly bound and more easily lost during reactions. Low electronegativity indicates a weaker attraction for electrons, further contributing to higher reactivity, particularly in metals.