Polarity and Structure of I2 Molecule

The video tutorial explains how to determine if I2 is polar or nonpolar by examining its Lewis structure. It highlights that since I2 consists of two identical iodine atoms, there is no difference in electronegativity, resulting in no net dipole. Consequently, I2 is a nonpolar molecule due to the equal sharing of electrons and lack of charge distribution.

What is the purpose of examining the Lewis structure of I2?

• To understand the distribution of valence electrons

• To find the boiling point

• To calculate the density

• To determine the molecular weight

Why do the iodine atoms in I2 not create a net dipole?

• Because they are different elements

• Because they have different electronegativities

• Because they have the same electronegativity

• Because they are in a gaseous state

What is the result of having no difference in electronegativity between the iodine atoms in I2?

• The molecule has a net dipole

• The molecule becomes metallic

• The molecule becomes ionic

• The molecule is nonpolar

What does the lack of unequal charge distribution in I2 indicate?

• The molecule is polar

• The molecule is nonpolar

• The molecule is ionic

• The molecule is metallic

What is the overall polarity of the I2 molecule?

• Ionic

• Nonpolar

• Polar

• Metallic