Asked by Samantha Haklits on May 06, 2024
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Water molecules consist of one oxygen atom covalently bonded to two hydrogen atoms. In these covalent bonds, the electrons are pulled toward the oxygen side of the covalent bond, making one side of the molecule slightly negative and the other side of the molecule slightly positive. This characteristic of water is called ____.
A) polarity
B) ionic
C) electronegativity
D) hydrophobicity
E) cohesion
Covalent Bonds
Chemical connections where two atoms share electrons mutually, contributing to the formation and structure of molecules.
Polarity
Separation of charge into distinct positive and negative regions.
Electronegativity
Measure of the ability of an atom to pull electrons away from other atoms.
- Grasp the concept of polarity in water molecules.
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Cedar Wa'leMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Polarity refers to the unequal sharing of electrons in a covalent bond, resulting in a molecule having a slight positive and negative charge on opposite ends. This is exhibited in water due to the electronegativity of the oxygen atom pulling electrons towards itself.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the concept of polarity in water molecules.