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Lori Robel

Feb 20, 2025

which is more polar, benzoin or benzil? Or are they polar at all?

The only difference is benzoin has an OH attached rather than a double bonded O.They both display some symmetry so I'm guessing benzil is nonpolar and benzoin is slightly polar?

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benzoin is the more polar one. that hydroxyl group has a charge differential between the oxygen and hydrogen.... Show More

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