H2O is dipolar, whereas BeF2 is not. It ...

`H_2O` is dipolar, whereas `BeF_2` is not. It is because

A

The electronegativity of F is greater than that of O

B

`H_2O` involves hydrogen bond wheras `BeF_` is a discrete molecule

C

`H_2O` is linear and `BeF_2` is angular

D

`H_2O` is angular and `BeF_2` is linear

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The correct Answer is:

D

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