Element a Has an Electronegativity of 0

question 1

Multiple Choice

Element A has an electronegativity of 0.8 and element B has an electronegativity of 2.0. Which statement best describes the bonding in A₃B?

• A)The AB bond is largely covalent with a δ⁻ on A.
• B)The AB bond is largely covalent with a δ ⁺ on A.
• C)The compound is largely ionic with no polar bonds.
• D)The compound is largely covalent with no polar bonds.
• E)There is insufficient information.

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Taste Bud Pore

An opening on the surface of the tongue through which taste stimuli enter and interact with taste receptor cells located in taste buds, allowing for the sensation of taste.

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Specialized cells that respond to specific chemical or physical stimuli in the body and transmit signals to nerves.

Umami

One of the five basic tastes, described as savory or meaty, and associated with foods containing glutamate.

Meaty Taste

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