Which of the following properly shows the hydrogen bonding between amides? (Note: A dashed line is used to represent a possible hydrogen bond.)

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In amides, the carbonyl group contains a partial positive charge on the carbon atom and a partial negative charge on the oxygen atom. The nitrogen atom in the amide contains a lone pair of electrons that can participate in hydrogen bonding with the partially positive hydrogen atom on a neighboring carbonyl group. Choice B shows the correct orientation for hydrogen bonding between amides.

Which of the Following Properly Shows the Hydrogen Bonding Between