3.4.4 - Relative Strengths of IMFs

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are the three main types of intermolecular forces?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of the weakest to the strongest force.

Question 2

Easy

Which type of IMF is present in all molecules?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember, every molecule has electrons moving around!

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

Which type of intermolecular force is the weakest?

  • London Dispersion Forces
  • Dipole-Dipole Forces
  • Hydrogen Bonding

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the order of strength.

Question 2

True or False: Dipole-Dipole Forces are stronger than Hydrogen Bonds.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the ranking of strength.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Explain how the spacing and properties of water molecules are influenced by hydrogen bonding compared to a non-polar solvent like hexane.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on how hydrogen bonding affects molecular arrangement.

Question 2

Given two molecules, one with substantial hydrogen bonding potential and one with significant London Dispersion Forces, predict which will have a higher boiling point.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the strength of intermolecular interactions.

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