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Planes of symmetry of a molecule

Are we limited to use only xy, yz and zx planes to check for planes of symmetry of a molecule? Because I see a plane of symmetry in the following molecule through the two shown H atoms or OH groups. ...
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Are there different types of symmetry? [duplicate]

What factor does the symmetry of a molecule play? For example, I know water is asymmetric so does this therefore make water polar (I know in fact that is is)? It may sound ignorant due to my lack of ...
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