Polar Molecule

Definition

A polar molecule has uneven charges across its structure due to differences in electronegativity between atoms involved. One end of the molecule carries partial negative charge while other end carries partial positive charge.

Related terms

Nonpolar Molecule: These are types of molecules where electrons are shared equally between atoms involved leading to no polarity across molecule.

Electronegativity:

It's measure of how strongly an atom can attract bonding electrons towards itself within molecule.

Dipole Moment: It's measure of polarity of molecule indicating separation of charges within molecule.