A, X, and Z Are Different Elements with Different Electronegativities

question 9

Multiple Choice

A, X, and Z are different elements with different electronegativities. What choice below best describes the polarity of the bonds and molecule in a linear Z-A-X?

• A) polar molecule with polar bonds
• B) polar molecule with both polar and nonpolar bonds
• C) nonpolar molecule with polar bonds
• D) nonpolar molecule with nonpolar bonds

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