4.6.1 - Relationship between Molecular Polarity and Intermolecular Forces
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What is a polar molecule?
💡 Hint: Think about the charge distribution in the molecule.
Which type of intermolecular force is present in polar molecules?
💡 Hint: Remember the forces that exist between positive and negative charges.
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What type of intermolecular force do polar molecules primarily engage in?
💡 Hint: Recall the types of forces between polar molecules.
True or False: Nonpolar molecules have a net dipole moment.
💡 Hint: Think about the definition of nonpolar molecules.
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Consider the relationship between molecular polarity and boiling points. Explain why ethanol has a higher boiling point than propanol despite having lower molecular weight.
💡 Hint: Focus on intermolecular interactions.
Given a molecule with a dipole moment of 1.5 D, predict its behavior in water and hexane.
💡 Hint: Assess the nature of the solvents.
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