H2O is dipolar, whereas BeF2 is not. It is because

Question

H₂O is dipolar, whereas BeF₂ is not. It is because

the electronegativity of F is greater than that of O

H₂O involves hydrogen bonding whereas BeF₂ is a discrete molecule

H₂O is linear and BeF₂ is angular

H₂O is angular and BeF₂ is linear.

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