Which one of the following pairs of molecules will have permanent dipole moments for both members?

(a) SiF4 and NO2 

(b) NO2 and CO2

(c) NO2 and O3 

(d) SiF4 and CO2.

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(c) : NO2 and O3 both have unsymmetrical structures,
so they have permanent dipole moment.

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Correct option: (c) NO2 and O3

Explanation:

SiF4 and CO2 have zero dipole moment due to symmetrical tetrahedral and linear structures, NO2 and O3 both have V-shape and certain value for dipole moment.

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