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Question: Which of the following is an example of polar molecule ?...

Which of the following is an example of polar molecule ?

A

H₂O

B

O₂

C

H₂

D

CO₂

Answer

H₂O

Explanation

Solution

A polar molecule has an uneven distribution of electron density, leading to a dipole moment. In the given options, only the water molecule (H₂O) has a bent geometry with oxygen being more electronegative than hydrogen, which creates a permanent dipole.