An Electron Loses Potential Energy When It

Question

An electron loses potential energy when it
A) shifts to a less electronegative atom.
B) shifts to a more electronegative atom.
C) increases its kinetic energy.
D) increases its activity as an oxidizing agent.
E) moves further away from the nucleus of the atom.

Accepted Answer

Electronegativity refers to the tendency of an atom to attract electrons towards itself. When an electron shifts to a more electronegative atom, it moves closer to the positively charged nucleus, which results in a lower potential energy state.