Is KBr polar or nonpolar?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether potassium bromide (KBr) is a polar or nonpolar molecule. To determine the polarity, we will consider the electronegativity differences between potassium and bromine, as well as the ionic bond character in KBr.
Answer
KBr is an ionic compound.
The final answer is that KBr is an ionic compound.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is that KBr is an ionic compound.
More Information
KBr (potassium bromide) is an ionic compound, meaning it is formed by the transfer of electrons between potassium (a metal) and bromine (a non-metal).
Tips
A common mistake is confusing ionic with polar covalent bonds. The significant electronegativity difference and the electrical nature should be considered.
Sources
- Is potassium bromide polar or non-polar? - Answers - answers.com
- Is the K-Br bond ionic, polar covalent, or nonpolar covalent? Explain. - homework.study.com
- KBr is is ionic, polar covalent, or nonpolar covalent bonds - Transtutors - transtutors.com
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