Question

multiple choice question
what is a correct description of hydrogen bonding among water molecules?
the oxygen atom equally shares electrons with two hydrogen atoms, such that the hydrogen atoms are attracted to each other and form a bond.
the partial positive charge of a hydrogen atom attracts the partial negative charge of an oxygen atom on an adjacent molecule.
the strongly electronegative oxygen atom causes hydrogen atoms to give up valence electrons and become h+ ions.
the partial positive charge of an oxygen atom attracts the partial negative charge of a hydrogen atom on an adjacent molecule.
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Explanation:

Hydrogen - bonding occurs when the partially - positive hydrogen atom in a water molecule is attracted to the partially - negative oxygen atom of an adjacent water molecule. Oxygen is highly electronegative in water, creating a polar covalent bond where the oxygen has a partial negative charge and hydrogen has a partial positive charge.

Answer:

The partial positive charge of a hydrogen atom attracts the partial negative charge of an oxygen atom on an adjacent molecule.