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In each of the following diatomic molecules, which end of the molecule is positive relative to the other end?

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Answer:

hydrogen fluoride, HF

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You didn't list any molecules after your question, but the atom that donates its hydrogen, opposed to accepting it, will be the one with the partial positive charge. This will be the atom with the least electronegativity of the two.
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