MCQEasyJEE Main 2023 · 25 January, Shift 2Electronegativity & Dipole Moment

Chemistry Question from JEE Main 2023 · 25 January, Shift 2

Given two statements about dipole moments:

Statement I: Dipole moment is a vector quantity and by convention it is depicted by a small arrow with tail on the negative center and head pointing towards the positive center.

Statement II: The crossed arrow of the dipole moment symbolizes the direction of the shift of charges in the molecules.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

  • A

    Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.

  • B

    Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.

  • C

    Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.

  • D

    Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.

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