Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Review - Study Problems - Page 37: 1-35 c

Answer

The C is δ- and Li is δ+. The dipole moment is large.

Work Step by Step

The C is δ- because it is more electronegative than and Li. The electronegativity of C is 2.5 and Li is 1.0 2.5 - 1.0 = 1.5 Therefore, the dipole moment is large.
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