Which of the following is a polar covalent molecule?

O₂

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H₂

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HCl

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Cl₂

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Solution

The correct option is C
HCl

Polar covalent bonds are formed when the shared pair of electrons are not at equal distance between the two atoms which results in the development of fractional positive and negative charge.

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