Which of the following compounds is nonpolar? A)H₂S B)XeF₂ C)SO₂ D)N₂O E)HCl

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In order for a compound to be nonpolar, it must have a symmetrical distribution of electrons. This means that the geometry of the molecule must be symmetrical and/or the individual bonds must be nonpolar. Option B, XeFSB12O, has a linear geometry and all the bonds between the Xe and F atoms are polar, but the bond dipoles cancel each other out due to the symmetrical arrangement. Therefore, XeF₂ is a nonpolar compound.

Which of the Following Compounds Is Nonpolar