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How do you find out which molecule out of two is more polar

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Check the electronegativities of the atoms involved in each bond. The greatest difference in electronegativity will correspond to the most polar bond.

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The electronegativity can be used to determine the polarity. However, the molecular shape is the best, and easiest way to determine whether a molecule is polar or non-polar.
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