Why Is Water Capable of Forming Hydrogen Bonds

question 47

Multiple Choice

Why is water capable of forming hydrogen bonds?

• A) It is highly polar.
• B) The oxygen atom carries a partial negative charge.
• C) The hydrogen atoms carry partial positive charges.
• D) All of the above apply.

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