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Water molecules are formed by covalent

bonding. What effect does this have on
the water molecule?
creates a polar molecule with two positive
ends
creates a nonpolar molecule with two positive
ends
creates a nonpolar molecule with one positive
and one negative end
creates a polar molecule with one positive
and one negative end

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Answer:

When covalent compounds dissolve in water, they break apart into molecules, but not individual atoms. Water is a polar solvent, but covalent compounds are usually nonpolar. This means covalent compounds typically don't dissolve in water, instead, it makes a separate layer on the water's surface.

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I don't understand the second part but hope this helps.

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