Chemistry
Draw the electron dot structure of covalent compound methane (non-polar) and HCl (polar) and give two difference between them.
Answer
Electron dot structure of methane:
Electron dot structure of HCl:
| Methane (CH4) | Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) |
|---|---|
| No charge separation takes place. | Charge separation takes place. |
| The molecule is symmetrical and electrically neutral. | There is fractional positive and fractional negative charge on them. |
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