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H(2)O is depolar, wheras BeF(2) is not. ...

`H_(2)O` is depolar, wheras `BeF_(2)` is not. it because

A

The electronegativity of `F` is greater than that of O

B

`H_(2)O` involves hydrogen bending whereas `BeF_(2)` is a discrete molecule

C

`H_(2)O` is linear and `BeF_(2)` is angular

D

`H_(2)O` is angular and `BeF_(2)` is linear

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The correct Answer is:
d
In a linear symmertical molecule like `BeF_(2)` the bond angle between three atoms is `180^(@)` , hence the polarity due to one bond is cancelled by the equal polairity due to other bond. While it is not so in the case of angular molecules like `H_(2)O`.
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