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Although both `CO_(2)" and "H_(2)O` are triatomic but the shape of `H_(2)O` molecule is bent while that of `CO_2` is linear. Explain on the basis of dipole moment.

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The geometry of `CO_2` molecule is regular and has linear structure. So, it is non-polar. Geometry of `H_(2)O` molecule is irregular tetrahedral and has bent structure. So it is polar in nature.
Structure of `CO_2` :


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