Which of the following phrases best describes the H-O bonds present in water (H₂O)?

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The H-O bonds in water are polar covalent bonds because the oxygen atom has a higher electronegativity than the hydrogen atoms. This results in an unequal sharing of electrons, with the oxygen atom pulling the electron density closer to itself, creating a slightly negative charge on the oxygen atom and slightly positive charges on the hydrogen atoms.

Which of the Following Phrases Best Describes the H-O Bonds