Practice mode Chemical Bonding

Which of the following molecules has a zero dipole moment?

Correct answer C. BF₃

Explanation

BF₃ is trigonal planar and symmetrical, so its three B–F bond dipoles cancel. NF₃ and NH₃ are pyramidal, and CHCl₃ is an unsymmetrical tetrahedron, so they are polar.

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