Question

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how does electronegativity affect the polarity of the bond between two atoms?
a. electronegativity differences between the atoms will cancel out bond polarity.
b. the more electronegative atom will make its end of the bond more negative.
c. the more electronegative atom will form a nonpolar end of the bond.
d. the more electronegative atom will form the positive pole of a polar bond.

Explanation:

Electronegativity is the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond. When two atoms have a difference in electronegativity, the more electronegative atom pulls the shared - electrons closer to itself. This creates a separation of charge, with the more electronegative end being more negative.

Answer:

B. The more electronegative atom will make its end of the bond more negative.