NEETChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
What is the result of the electrons being shifted towards the more electronegative atom in a hydrogen bond?
Options
- AThe bond becomes weaker
- BThe bond becomes stronger
- CThe bond becomes metallic
- DThe bond becomes ionic
Correct answer
A. The bond becomes weaker
Step-by-step solution
Shifting electrons towards the more electronegative atom in a hydrogen bond weakens the bond.