Question

Which of the following bond has the most polar character?

• A. C - O
• B. C - Br
• C. C - F
• D. C - S

Answer 1

The correct option is C C - F

$\bullet$ Electronegativity is a measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons. The polar character depends on the electronegativity difference of the constituent atoms.

$\bullet$ Since, carbon (C) is common among all options hence, the polar character of molecules will depend on the electronegativity of other atoms.

$\bullet$ Fluorine is the most electronegative element. Hence, maximum electronegativity difference is seen in carbon and fluorine (C - F). Thus, the C-F bond has the most polar character.