Question

indicate the bonds with the proper delta notation.
□δ⁻h−clδ⁺
□δ⁺h−clδ⁻
□δ⁻o−cδ⁺
□δ⁺o−cδ⁻

Explanation:

• In a polar covalent bond, the more electronegative atom has a partial negative charge ($\delta^-$) and the less electronegative atom has a partial positive charge ($\delta^+$).
• Chlorine (\(Cl\)) is more electronegative than hydrogen (\(H\)), so in the \(H - Cl\) bond, \(Cl\) has \(\delta^-\) and \(H\) has \(\delta^+\).
• Oxygen (\(O\)) is more electronegative than carbon (\(C\)), so in the \(O - C\) bond, \(O\) has \(\delta^-\) and \(C\) has \(\delta^+\).

Answer:

\(\delta^+ H - Cl \delta^-\), \(\delta^+ O - C \delta^-\)