KCl has a dipole moment of 10 D. The inter ionic distance i…

Chemistry Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure General Single Correct MCQ

Published on: August 14, 2026

KCl has a dipole moment of 10 D. The inter ionic distance in KCl is 2.6 Å. Which of the following statements are true for this compound ?

The theoretical value of dipole moment, if the compound were completely ionic is 12.5 D

The % ionic character of the compound is 85 %

It is a poor conductor of electricity

The forces operating in this molecule are coulombic type

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The correct answer is:

CHECK THE SOLUTION.

(a, c, d)

μ = q × d = 4. 8 × × 2.6 × esu unit

= 12.48 D ~ 12.5 D

(In case of 100% ionic character)

% Ionic character =

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