Question

For a polar molecule, which of the following statements is true ?

• A. The centre of gravity of electrons and protons coincide.
• B. The centre of gravity of electrons and protons do not coincide
• C. The charge distribution is always symmetrical
• D. The dipole moment is always zero.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

A polar molecule is one in which the centres of positive and negative charges are separated.