Asked by Carlo van den Hoek on May 15, 2024

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How can a dipole in a molecule be induced?

A) Through interaction with a temporary dipole in a neighboring molecule
B) Through cooling the system
C) By adjusting the size of the electron cloud
D) A dipole cannot be induced.

Induce Dipole

The temporary polarization of a molecule caused by the vicinity of a charged object or another polar molecule.

Electron Cloud

A model describing the area around an atomic nucleus where electrons are likely to be found, depicting electron positions as a cloud-like distribution.

Temporary Dipole

A temporary dipole occurs when there is a short-lived imbalance of electron density within a molecule, causing a temporary separation of charges.

  • Familiarize oneself with the assortment of intermolecular forces and their impact on the compounds' physical features.
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Zybrea KnightMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Induced dipoles can occur when a molecule with no permanent dipole moment interacts with a temporary dipole in a neighboring molecule, leading to a temporary redistribution of electron density.