The electron pair in a C-F bond could be considered
A)closer to C because carbon has a larger radius and thus exerts greater control over the shared electron pair
B)closer to F because fluorine has a higher electronegativity than carbon
C)closer to C because carbon has a lower electronegativity than fluorine
D)an inadequate model since the bond is ionic
E)centrally located directly between the C and F

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Fluorine has a higher electronegativity than carbon, which means it attracts electrons towards itself more strongly. Therefore, the electrons in the C-F bond are closer to F.

The Electron Pair in a C-F Bond Could Be Considered