The electronegativity of nitrogen (N) is 3.0, while the electronegativity of hydrogen (H) is 2.1. Knowing this, consider how the electrons will be shared in ammonia (NH3). What do you predict about the polarity of ammonia?

A. Each H atom has a partial positive charge.
B. The N atom has a strong positive charge.
C. The N atom has a partial positive charge.
D. Each H atom has a partial negative charge.


Answer: A

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