NEETChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
What charge does hydrogen acquire when bonded to 'X'?
Options
- AFractional negative charge (δ–)
- BFractional positive charge (δ+)
- CNeutral charge
- DNegative charge (–)
Correct answer
B. Fractional positive charge (δ+)
Step-by-step solution
When hydrogen is bonded to 'X', it acquires a fractional positive charge (δ+).