Question

a molecule that has a partial positive charge on one side and a partial negative charge on the other side is called a(n)

polar molecule.

nonpolar molecule.

charged molecule.

ion.

Explanation:

• A polar molecule has a distribution of electrical charge, resulting in a partial positive charge on one side and a partial negative charge on the other. This is due to differences in electronegativity between atoms in the molecule.
• A nonpolar molecule has an even distribution of electrical charge and no significant partial charges.
• A charged molecule (ion) has a full - fledged charge (either positive or negative) due to the gain or loss of electrons, not just partial charges.

Answer:

polar molecule.