Is carbon tetrafluoride polar or nonpolar?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the polarity of the molecule carbon tetrafluoride (CF4). It seeks to understand whether its molecular geometry and electronegativity differences result in a polar or nonpolar molecule.
Answer
nonpolar
The final answer is nonpolar.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is nonpolar.
More Information
Carbon tetrafluoride (CF4) has a symmetrical tetrahedral structure, causing the dipoles of its polar C-F bonds to cancel out, resulting in a nonpolar molecule.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the presence of polar bonds with molecular polarity. Symmetry can cause the dipoles to cancel out, making the molecule nonpolar.
Sources
- Polar and Non-Polar Compounds Transcript - learningcenter.unt.edu
- If it contains polar bonds, why is the CF4 molecule nonpolar? - quora.com
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