Question

question 2 (2 points)
water is a bent molecule with polar covalent bonds that act like dipoles (a σ+ and a σ-). if the dipoles cancel out the molecule is nonpolar. if the dipoles dont cancel out the molecule has a net dipole and will act as a magnet. another way to say this is that symmetrical dipoles cancel out, and asymmetrical dipoles do not cancel out.
thus, water is asymmetrical and the dipoles do not cancel out.
therefore, water is a 1 molecule, acts like a magnet, and is 2 to other magnets.
a. polar b. nonpolar c. attracted d. not attracted

Explanation:

• For blank 1: Since water has dipoles that don't cancel out (asymmetrical), it is a polar molecule. Non - polar molecules have dipoles that cancel out.
• For blank 2: Polar molecules (which act like magnets) are attracted to other magnets (other polar molecules).

Answer:

1. A. polar
2. C. attracted