Dipole

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A molecule with centers of negative and positive charge

Real World Example

Imagine trying to balance a seesaw with one person sitting on each end. This scenario is similar to a dipole in a molecule, where you have centers of negative and positive charge acting like the two ends of the seesaw. Just as the seesaw has a pivot point in the middle, a molecule with a dipole has a separation between its positive and negative charges, creating a balance similar to how the seesaw balances with weight distributed on different ends.

Practice Version

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