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The correct order of dipole moment is

(a) CH4 < NF< NH3 < H2O

(b) NF3 < CH4 < NH3 < H2O

(c) NH3 < NF3 < CH< H2O

(d) H2O < NH3 < NF3 < CH4

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Correct option  (a) CH4 < NF< NH3 < H2O

Explanation:

In H2O, electronegativity difference is highest. So, dipole moment is highest in H2O. CH4 is a symmetrical tetrahedral structure and its dipole moment is zero.

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