Question

which statement correctly describes the electrons in a water molecule?
electrons are pulled closer to the hydrogen atoms.
electrons are pulled closer to the oxygen atom.
electrons are located inside the nucleus of the hydrogen atoms.
electrons are located inside the nucleus of the oxygen atoms.

Explanation:

Oxygen is more electronegative than hydrogen in a water molecule. This causes the shared electrons in the covalent bonds to be pulled closer to the oxygen atom, creating a polar - covalent bond. Electrons are in orbitals around the nucleus, not inside the nucleus.

Answer:

Electrons are pulled closer to the oxygen atom.