How Many of the Following Molecules Are Polar? XeF₂ OCF₂

question 115

Multiple Choice

How many of the following molecules are polar? XeF₂ OCF₂ PCl₄F SCl₆

• A) 0
• B) 3
• C) 1
• D) 2
• E) 4

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Definitions:

Polymorphism

(1) The existence of two or more phenotypically different individuals within a population. (2) The presence of detectable variation in the genomes of different individuals in a population.

Genomes

The complete set of DNA, including all of its genes, in an organism or a cell, providing the biological blueprint.

DNA Profiling

A technique used to identify individuals by characteristics of their DNA, commonly used in forensic science to assist in identifying individuals or determining parentage.

DNA Regulatory Elements

Sequences of DNA that control the expression of genes, acting as switches to turn genes on or off.