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Define dipole moment. What are the units and symbol for dipole moment?
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This usually happens when one atom is more electronegative than the other. For example, in a bond between hydrogen and chlorine, chlorine is more electronegative and attracts the electrons more strongly than hydrogen. This results in a partial positive charge on Show more…
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