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

`H_2O` is polar , whereas `BeF_2` is not . It is because ________.

A

`H_2O` is linear and `BeF_2` is angular

B

`H_2O` is angular and `BeF_2` is linear

C

The electronegativity of F is greater than that of O

D

`H_2O` involves hydrogen bonding whereas `BeF_2` is a discrete molecule

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