Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321768418
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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Review - Study Problems - Page 37: 1-35 j

Answer

The Br is δ- and C is δ+. The dipole moment is small.

Work Step by Step

The Br is δ- because it is more electronegative than C. The electronegativity of C is 2.5 and Br is 3.0 3.0 - 2.5 = 0.5 Therefore, the dipole moment is small.
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