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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
an element with a large 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 small 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 a small number of valence electrons tend to be less electronegative because they are generally more willing to lose electrons (like alkali metals) rather than attract them. Additionally, a larger atomic radius means that the nuclear charge is further away from the valence electrons, making it less effective at attracting additional electrons.
