Why is CH3SH polar?

Answer 1

Well, honey, CH3SH is polar because it has a bent molecular geometry due to the lone pair on sulfur, creating an uneven distribution of charge. This results in a separation of charge and makes the molecule overall polar. So, in simple terms, it's like a magnet with a positive and negative end - ain't science grand?

Answer 2

CH3SH is polar because it has a noticeable difference in electronegativity between carbon and sulfur atoms, causing a permanent dipole moment. The sulfur atom is more electronegative than carbon, resulting in a partial negative charge on the sulfur and a partial positive charge on the carbon, leading to asymmetrical distribution of charge and polarity in the molecule.

Answer 3

The molecule is polar because there are slightly polar bonds and the net dipole moment is nonzero (Mastering Chemistry, Pearson Education:2010)

Answer 4

The molecule is polar because there are slightly polar bonds and the net dipole moment is nonzero.