Multiple choice

Which of the following is a chemical property of non-metals?

  1. Highly electronegative

  2. Good reducing agent

  3. Loose electrons easily

  4. Form basic oxides
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Non-metals are highly electronegative, meaning they have a strong tendency to attract electrons when forming chemical bonds. This is why non-metals typically gain electrons to form negative ions (anions). Option B is incorrect because non-metals are generally oxidizing agents (accept electrons), not reducing agents (donate electrons). Option C describes metals, not non-metals. Option D is incorrect because non-metals typically form acidic or neutral oxides (like CO2, SO2, NO2), while metals form basic oxides.

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