Chapter 8, Problem 36QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The increasing order of covalent character of the given molecules $\text{DE},\text{DG},\text{EG}$ and $\text{DF}$ is to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

The covalent character of diatomic molecules depends upon the electronegativity difference of the atoms involved in bonding. Higher the electronegativity difference between the atoms involved in bonding, lower is the covalent character of the bond.