Why is molecular polarity so important when discussing molecules? How can you determine where or not a molecule is (polar) or (non polar) with regard to there charge distribution?

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Chapter3: The Chemistry Of Life: Organic Compounds
Section3.1: Carbon Atoms And Organic Molecules
Problem 1C: What are some of the ways that the features of carbon-to-carbon bonds influence the stability and...
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Why is molecular polarity so important when discussing molecules? How can you determine where or not a molecule is (polar) or (non polar) with regard to there charge distribution?

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