$A$ neutral ammonia $(NH_3)$ molecule in its vapour state has an electric dipole moment of magnitude $5 \times 10^{-30} \ C \cdot m$. How far apart are the molecule's centres of positive and negative charge?

  • A
    $4.125 \times 10^{-12} \ m$
  • B
    $3.125 \times 10^{-12} \ m$
  • C
    $3.125 \times 10^{-6} \ m$
  • D
    $4.125 \times 10^{-6} \ m$

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