Bond Polarity

Molecular dipole moment of carbon dioxide

The linear shape of the CO₂ molecule results in the canceling of the dipole moments of the two polar C=O bonds. The net, molecular dipole moment of CO₂ is therefore zero, and the molecule is nonpolar.

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Bond Polarity

Molecular dipole moment of carbon dioxide

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