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Which molecule among the following exhibits hydrogen bonding?

  1. A.
  2. B.
  3. C.
  4. D.
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Correct answer: C

Solution

  1. Hydrogen bonding requires hydrogen to be attached to a highly electronegative atom such as , , or .
  2. In , hydrogen is bonded to fluorine, which is the most electronegative element.
  3. This creates a strong dipole that allows for intermolecular hydrogen bonding.
  4. Hence the answer is (C).

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