Question #6465388Single Choice

Chemistry

Question

In the molecule HCl, which atom carries a partial negative charge (δ⁻)?

Options

A
    Hydrogen (H), because it has a higher electronegativity than chlorine.
B
    Chlorine (Cl), because it has a higher electronegativity than hydrogen.
C
    Hydrogen (H), because it has a lower electronegativity than chlorine.
D
    Chlorine (Cl), because it has a lower electronegativity than hydrogen.

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