Chapter 3.11, Problem 3.29P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of bond in compound $\text{HF}$ has to be classified as nonpolar, polar covalent or ionic.

Concept Introduction:

If the electronegative difference between the two atoms is less than $\text{0}\text{.5}\text{units}$ the type of bond is nonpolar.

If the electronegative difference between the two atoms is $\text{0}\text{.5-1}\text{.9}$ units then the type of bond is polar covalent.

If the electronegative difference between two atoms is greater than $\text{1}\text{.9}$ units then the type of bond is ionic.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of bond in compound $\text{MgO}$ has to be classified as nonpolar, polar covalent or ionic.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of bond in compound ${\text{F}}_{\text{2}}$ has to be classified as nonpolar, polar covalent or ionic.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of bond in compound $\text{ClF}$ has to be classified as nonpolar, polar covalent or ionic.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(e)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of bond in compound ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ has to be classified as nonpolar, polar covalent or ionic.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).