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Which is a cause of polarity in water molecules?

A
partial positive charge on the oxygen atom
B
partial negative charge on the hydrogen atoms
C
low electronegativity difference between oxygen and hydrogen
D
high electronegativity difference between oxygen and hydrogen
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Which statement is true about the electrons in each polar bond of a water molecule?

A
They are more attracted by the oxygen atom than by the hydrogen atom.
B
They are more attracted by the hydrogen atom than by the oxygen atom.
C
They are equally attracted by the hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
D
They are equally repelled by the hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
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Which is a characteristic of the polar water molecule?

A
a tetrahedral electron domain geometry with covalently bonded atoms
B
a linear shape with polar ionic bonds
C
a tetrahedral electron domain geometry with ionically bonded atoms
D
a linear shape with polar covalent bonds
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Which best explains why water is able to “stick” to the side of glass?

A
Strong adhesive forces exist between different water molecules.
B
Strong adhesive forces exist between glass and the water molecules.
C
Strong cohesive forces exist between different water molecules.
D
Strong cohesive forces exist between glass and the water molecules.
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Which statement would be true about a water molecule if it had a linear shape?

A
It would have improved special properties.
B
It would easily bond with other water molecules.
C
It would contain ionic bonds.
D
It would be a nonpolar molecule.

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