4.5.3 - Influence on Physical Properties
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What factors influence the boiling point of a substance?
💡 Hint: Consider the types of intermolecular forces present.
What is viscosity?
💡 Hint: Think about how thick a liquid is.
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Which intermolecular forces typically lead to higher boiling points?
💡 Hint: Consider strength of the forces when thinking about boiling points.
True or False: Viscosity decreases as the strength of intermolecular forces increases.
💡 Hint: Refer back to the definition of viscosity.
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Consider the following pairs of substances: ethanol (C₂H₅OH) and ethane (C₂H₆). Which will have a higher boiling point and why?
💡 Hint: Look at the functional groups in the molecules.
Explain why ice floats on water, considering intermolecular forces.
💡 Hint: Think about the arrangement of molecules in solid versus liquid states.
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