Benzene (C₆H₆) Is a Cyclic, Nonpolar Molecule

question 22

Multiple Choice

Benzene (C₆H₆) is a cyclic, nonpolar molecule.By removing one of the hydrogens and replacing it with another atom or group, this substituted benzene becomes polar.Which below substituted benzene is the most polar?

• A)C₆H₅F (fluorobenzene)
• B)C₆H₅Br (bromobenzene)
• C)C₆H₅Cl (chlorobenzene)
• D)C₆H₅I (iodobenzene)
• E)C₆H₅CH₃ (methylbenzene)

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