Q37 / 180 · AIIMS 2002 · Chemistry

Which of the following has the highest dipole moment?

  • Correct answer
    A
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  • B
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  • C
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  • D
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Solution

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The electronegative oxygen atom is a strong electron withdrawing group. So there is polarity in the carbonyl compounds. This polarity is even greater than in the asymmetric alkene.Figure

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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