Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 400

Question: Which of the following is a polar compound

[AIIMS 2001]

Options:

A) HF

B) HCl

C) $ HNO_3 $

D) $ H_2SO_4 $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

We know that greater the difference in electronegativity of two atoms forming a covalent bond. More is its polar nature. In HF there is a much difference in the electronegatives of hydrogen and flourine. Therefore (HF) is a polar compound.



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