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Chapter 5: Problem 165

Iodine atoms in \(\mathrm{I}_{2}\) should have a (a) \(1^{-}\) charge (b) \(\delta^{-}\) charge (c) \(\delta^{+}\) charge (d) No charge

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In an I₂ molecule, the iodine atoms form a non-polar covalent bond with electrons shared equally between them. Therefore, the iodine atoms have no charge. The correct answer is (d) No charge.

Step by step solution

01

Identify the type of bond.

In the I₂ molecule, there are two iodine atoms, which are both non-metals. When two non-metal atoms bond together, they form a covalent bond. In this case, since both atoms are the same element, the bond will be non-polar covalent.
02

Determine the charge distribution.

In a non-polar covalent bond, the electrons are shared equally between the two atoms. Consequently, there is no localized charge or permanent difference in electronegativity between the atoms.
03

Choose the correct answer.

Based on the characteristics of the bond between the iodine atoms, the correct answer for the charge of iodine atoms in the I₂ molecule is: (d) No charge

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