Which of the following statements is incorrect? Select one:

a. Ionic bonding results from the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

b. Dipole moments result from the unequal distribution of electrons in a molecule.

c. The electrons in a polar bond are found nearer to the more electronegative element.

d. A molecule with very polar bonds can be nonpolar.

e. Linear molecules cannot have a net dipole moment.

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Riley Roberts

Physics

5 February, 22:30

Which of the following statements is incorrect? Select one:

a. Ionic bonding results from the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

b. Dipole moments result from the unequal distribution of electrons in a molecule.

c. The electrons in a polar bond are found nearer to the more electronegative element.

d. A molecule with very polar bonds can be nonpolar.

e. Linear molecules cannot have a net dipole moment.

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Answer: Option (E) is correct.

The statement (E) given in the question is the incorrect statement. Since linear molecule comprises of two different atoms which can further have a net dipole moment. This moment will generally result from an unstable distribution of electrons. They also tend to occur when there is a segregation of charge. They arise from changes in their respective electronegativity.