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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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The compound methylamine, H3C–NH2, contains a C–N bond. In this bond, which of the following best describes the charge on the nitrogen atom?
Options
A slightly positive
B uncharged
C slightly negative
Correct Answer
D –1
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Nitrogen is more electronegative than carbon, so the C-N bond is polar with the nitrogen having a partial negative charge (δ-) and carbon having a partial positive charge (δ+).

Hint

Which atom in C-N bond is more electronegative?

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