NEETChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
Explain why is O=C=O nonpolar while R—O—R is polar.
Options
- AO=C=O is nonpolar because it consists of linear, symmetrical molecules with no net dipole moment whereas R—O—R
- BO=C=O is polar because it consists of linear, unsymmetrical molecules with a net dipole moment.
- CR—O—R is nonpolar because it consists of linear, symmetrical molecules with no net dipole moment.
- DR—O—R is nonpolar because it consists of linear, unsymmetrical molecules with a net dipole moment.
Correct answer
A. O=C=O is nonpolar because it consists of linear, symmetrical molecules with no net dipole moment whereas R—O—R
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A) O=C=O is nonpolar because it consists of linear, symmetrical molecules with no net dipole moment whereas R—O—R is polar because it has a net dipole moment.