The ability of an atom in a molecule to attract electrons is best quantified by the .
A) first ionization potential
B) diamagnetism
C) paramagnetism
D) electron change- to- mass ratio
E) electronegativity

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Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons in a chemical bond. It is the most appropriate choice out of the given options as it directly correlates with the atom's ability to attract shared electrons towards itself.

The Ability of an Atom in a Molecule to Attract