Which of the following statements is correct?
A) Higher molecular dipole values (μ) are associated with nonpolar molecules
B) All polar molecules are capable of hydrogen bond formation
C) The polarity of a molecule is dependent on its three-dimensional structure
D) Induced dipole interactions are usually stronger than dipole-dipole interactions
E) Polar solutes tend to be more soluble in nonpolar solvents

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The polarity of a molecule is determined by its electronegativity difference and polarity of its bonds as well as its three-dimensional structure, as the distribution of charges in a molecule can be affected by its shape. Therefore, statement C is correct.

A) This statement is incorrect as higher molecular dipole values are associated with polar molecules. 
B) This statement is incorrect as not all polar molecules can form hydrogen bonds. They must have a hydrogen atom attached to an electronegative atom (such as nitrogen, oxygen, or fluorine) to form a hydrogen bond. 
D) This statement is incorrect as induced dipole interactions are weaker than dipole-dipole interactions. 
E) This statement is also incorrect as polar solutes tend to be more soluble in polar solvents.

Which of the Following Statements Is Correct