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Correct statement about dipole moment is :-

A

`(R_(3)NO)_(mu) lt (R_(3)PO)_(mu)`

B

`(R_(3)NO)_(mu) gt (R_(3) PO)_(mu)`

C

`(R_(3) NO)_(mu) = (R_(3) PO)_(mu)`

D

None of these

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To determine the correct statement about the dipole moments of R3NO and R3PO, we will analyze the structures and electronegativity differences of the involved atoms. ### Step-by-step Solution: 1. **Identify the Molecules**: We are comparing two molecules, R3NO (where R represents an alkyl group) and R3PO. 2. **Draw the Structures**: - For R3NO: The nitrogen (N) atom is bonded to three alkyl groups (R) and one oxygen (O) atom. - For R3PO: The phosphorus (P) atom is bonded to three alkyl groups (R) and one oxygen (O) atom. 3. **Analyze Electronegativity**: - The electronegativity of nitrogen (N) is higher than that of phosphorus (P). - The electronegativity values are approximately: N (3.04), P (2.19), and O (3.44). 4. **Determine Dipole Moments**: - In R3NO, the dipole moment is influenced by the electronegativity difference between nitrogen and oxygen. The dipole moment vector will point from the nitrogen towards the oxygen. - In R3PO, the dipole moment is influenced by the electronegativity difference between phosphorus and oxygen. However, due to back bonding (2p-3d interactions), the effective dipole moment is reduced. 5. **Compare Dipole Moments**: - The dipole moment of R3NO is greater than that of R3PO because: - The electronegativity difference between nitrogen and carbon is greater than that between phosphorus and carbon. - The back bonding in R3PO reduces its dipole moment. 6. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the correct statement is that the dipole moment of R3NO is greater than the dipole moment of R3PO. ### Final Answer: The correct statement about dipole moment is: **The dipole moment of R3NO is greater than the dipole moment of R3PO.**
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