Does ionic bonds have a higher degree of polarization than covalent bonds?

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Michelle W
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Does ionic bonds have a higher degree of polarization than covalent bonds?

Postby Michelle W » Mon Dec 09, 2024 12:44 am

Do ionic bonds have a higher degree of polarization than covalent bonds?
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Tamer Siam 2F
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Re: Does ionic bonds have a higher degree of polarization than covalent bonds?

Postby Tamer Siam 2F » Mon Dec 09, 2024 9:09 am

Yeah, ionic bonds typically have a greater difference in electronegativity, which would cause stronger poles to develop than say a mostly covalent character molecule.


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