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Using the electronegativity chart below, determine which compound would have the highest polarization.A. B-FB. H-ClC. Li-OD. Be-Br

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In this question, we have to determine which compound will present the highest polarization value based on the electronegativity of each element, the values are:

B = 2.04, F = 3.98

3.98 - 2.04 = 1.94

H = 2.2, Cl = 3.16

3.16 - 2.2 = 0.96

Li = 0.98, O = 3.44

3.44 - 0.98 = 2.46

Be = 1.57, Br = 2.96

2.96 - 1.57 = 1.39

Based on this calculations, the compound that has the highest value of polarization is Li-O, letter C is correct

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