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Can a simple test determine whether or not a molecule is polar or non-polar?

Answer 1

One way to test the material would be to dissolve it in water.

Since water is a polar solvent, only polar compounds will dissolve easily or entirely in it.

Non-polar substances can only completely dissolve in non-polar solvents, such as ether and benzene, which are primarily organic.

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Answer 2

Cameron Andrews

Yes, a simple test involves assessing the molecular geometry and the presence of polar bonds. If a molecule has polar bonds and is not symmetrical, it is likely polar. If the molecule has only nonpolar bonds or is symmetrical, it is likely nonpolar.

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