Question:

The correct option with respect to the Pauling electronegativity values of the element is :

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Electronegativity generally increases across a period and decreases down a group; check each pair, remembering the small d-block contraction effect for Ga.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{Ga} \lt \mathrm{Ge}\)
  • \(\mathrm{Si} \lt \mathrm{Al}\)
  • \(\mathrm{Te} \gt \mathrm{Se}\)
  • \(\mathrm{P} \gt \mathrm{S}\)
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Pauling values: Ga 1.81, Ge 2.01, Al 1.61, Si 1.90, Se 2.55, Te 2.1, P 2.19, S 2.58.
(1) Ga (1.81) < Ge (2.01): true.
(2) Si (1.90) < Al (1.61): false, since Si > Al.
(3) Te (2.1) > Se (2.55): false, since Te < Se (down the group).
(4) P (2.19) > S (2.58): false, since P < S (across the period).
Answer: (1) Ga < Ge
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