Indicate the element whose atoms exhibit the most pronounced non-metallic properties: P, N, CL, B

Let us determine which of the elements has the most pronounced non-metallic properties:

Of these elements, chlorine has the most pronounced non-metallic properties.

The ability of the atoms of a given element to attach electrons determines the non-metallic properties of its simple substance.

The non-metallic properties of the elements of the halogen group weaken with an increase in the charges of the nuclei of their atoms, since the number of electronic layers increases. The outer layer is farther and farther from the nucleus, so the electrons on this layer are weaker bound to the nucleus.