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Is H-N polar or non polar?

Updated: 8/10/2023
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9y ago

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The polarity of molecules is determined by their 'symmetry'. HCN is a linear molecule. H-CN. Since the -CN- ion is more electronegative than the H+ ion, the -CN side of the molecule is more negative. This gives rise to the polarity of the HCN molecule.

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HCN, or hydrogen cyanide, is a type of polar compound. It is also called prussic acid, and it is inorganic.

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non-polar

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polar

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Nonpolar

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