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The electronegativity of an element is l...

The electronegativity of an element is low. The bond formed between two identical atoms of the above element is most likely to be

A

covalent

B

metallic

C

ionic

D

coordinate covalent.

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The correct Answer is:
B
Elements having very low electronegativity are metals and their atoms are held together by metallic bonds.
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