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Which statement about a polar covalent bond is correct?
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A The electrons are shared equally
B One atom carries a partial positive charge and the other a partial negative charge
C Both atoms gain electrons
D The electrons are transferred completely
Explanation

Unequal sharing gives the more electronegative atom a partial negative charge and the other a partial positive charge.

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