2006-08-12 15:53:27 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
I know it's non polar because of the shape but i need about half a page detail on it which is proving hard to get.
2006-08-12 16:01:13 · update #1
In conformity with the sp hybridization in CO2, the O C O atoms make a 180º angle, thus the molecule is linear. The C-O bond is a polar bond but the polar moment resulted is 0 because one the are of negative sign M = M1+(-M1)= 0
2006-08-13 05:01:48 · answer #1 · answered by andreicnx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I see that u get some crappy answers.
First, b/c the molecule is linear (O=C=O), as most people said.
However, (O=C) and (C=O) are polar if seperated. But keep in mind that, b/c they are directly opposite of each other, their polarity will cancel each other out.
2006-08-13 02:53:22 · answer #2 · answered by Travis 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are no lone pairs on the C (the central atom). Making it non polar.
You could also use electronegativity chart for further clarification (on paper that is). And of course use the rules for lewis dot structures and bonding geometry.
2006-08-12 23:03:55 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
O=C=O molecule is linear symmetrical and therefore non polar
2006-08-12 22:58:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-08-12 22:57:12 · answer #5 · answered by Ponderpink 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋