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Although both `CO_2` and `H_2O` are triatomic molecules.,the shape of `H_2O` molecular is bent while that of `CO_2` is linear. Explain these on the basis of dipole moment.

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Experimental measurement has shown that the dipole moment of `CO_2` is zero. This is possible only if `CO_2` is linear molecule. The two bond dipoles cancel each other giving it a net dipole moment value of zero.
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