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Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers — Chemistry STD 12 Science — Question

Bihar BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceChemistryAlcohols, Phenols, and Ethers1 Mark
Question
Explain why is O=C=O nonpolar while R-O-R is polar.
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Answer

O=C=O molecule is linear so that the polarities of two C – O bonds get cancelled and the molecule is linear.

Ethers have structures similar to water and have angular or bent structure. Therefore, the polarity of two R – O groups does not get cancelled and these have net dipole moment. Thus, R – O – R is polar.

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