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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Objective Question
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What is the primary factor that affects the polarity of a covalent bond?
Options
A The size of the atoms
B The difference in electronegativities between the bonded atoms
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C The number of shared electron pairs
D The atomic mass of the atoms
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The polarity of a covalent bond is determined by the difference in electronegativities between the bonded atoms. A larger difference results in more unequal sharing of electrons and a more polar bond.

Hint

Electronegativity is the measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons in a bond.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1601 of 1872
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