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link2110 said:well since u like wiki so much here's a wiki post talking bout polarity
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemical_polarity
The polarity of a molecule can be determined by looking at its molecular structure and the distribution of its bonds. If the molecule has a symmetrical shape and all the bonds are nonpolar, it is likely to be nonpolar. However, if the molecule has an asymmetrical shape and contains polar bonds, it is likely to be polar.
Polar molecules have an uneven distribution of charge due to their polar bonds, causing one end of the molecule to have a partial negative charge and the other end to have a partial positive charge. Nonpolar molecules have an even distribution of charge and do not have any polar bonds.
Electronegativity is the measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons towards itself in a chemical bond. The greater the difference in electronegativity between two atoms, the more polar the bond between them will be. This can contribute to the overall polarity of a molecule.
Yes, a molecule can be partially polar if it has both polar and nonpolar bonds. The overall polarity of the molecule will depend on the strength and direction of the polar bonds and the molecular structure.
Knowing the polarity of a molecule is important in understanding its physical and chemical properties. Polar molecules tend to interact with other polar molecules, while nonpolar molecules interact with other nonpolar molecules. This can affect the solubility, boiling point, and reactivity of a molecule.