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ChemistryCHEMICAL BONDINGDipole MomentMedium2 minPYQ_2023
ChemistryMediumsingle choice

Which one of the following pairs is an example of polar molecular solids?

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Answer:
B
Solution:

SO2 is a bent molecule with a central sulfur atom bonded to two oxygen atoms. The oxygen atoms are more electronegative than sulfur, causing a separation of charge. This results in a bent molecular geometry and a net dipole moment, making SO2 a polar molecule.

NH3 is a trigonal pyramidal molecule with a central nitrogen atom bonded to three hydrogen atoms. Again, the electronegativity difference between nitrogen and hydrogen leads to a separation of charge. The arrangement of the atoms in NH3 gives it a net dipole moment, making it a polar molecule.

Stream:JEESubject:ChemistryTopic:CHEMICAL BONDINGSubtopic:Dipole Moment
2mℹ️ Source: PYQ_2023

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