In IB Chem, are alcohols polar?

Yes, Nikita, alcohols are polar molecules in IB Chemistry.

Alcohols contain a hydroxyl group ($-OH$) attached to a carbon atom. The oxygen atom is more electronegative than hydrogen and carbon, which causes the $O-H$ bond to be highly polar. This polarity leads to hydrogen bonding and other dipole-dipole interactions, making alcohols generally soluble in water and giving them higher boiling points than similar non-polar compounds.

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Of course, Nikita. Here’s a precise description of the criteria for hydrogen bonding:

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