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What explains the negative charge on the oxygen atom within the water molecule?
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What explains the negative charge on the oxygen atom within the water molecule?

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Kp7 is correct o belive
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To form an ion and bond with hydrogen, the oxygen atom gains electrons. Electrons are negative, therefore the oxygen within the water molecule will be negative.
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