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11. Bonding & Molecular Structure / Dipole Moment / Problem 1

The two molecules shown below have different arrangements of atoms but the same chemical formula. Which molecule has a larger dipole moment?

A

cis-2,3-dibromobut-1-ene has a larger dipole moment.

B

trans-2,3-dibromobut-1-ene has a larger dipole moment.

C

cis-2,3-dibromobut-1-ene and trans-2,3-dibromobut-1-ene have equal dipole moments.

D

cis-2,3-dibromobut-1-ene and trans-2,3-dibromobut-1-ene do not have dipole moments.

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