Content Flashcard 2 IMF

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What are dispersion forces?

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Dispersion forces, also known as London dispersion forces, are weak intermolecular forces that arise from temporary fluctuations in electron distribution within atoms or molecules, leading to temporary dipoles.

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Which noble gas has the highest boiling point and why?

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Xenon (Xe) has the highest boiling point among noble gases due to having more electrons, which leads to stronger dispersion forces.

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What type of intermolecular force is present in H₂S?

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H₂S exhibits dipole-dipole intermolecular forces due to the polar nature of the molecule.

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What is the likely state of a nonpolar molecule at room temperature?

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Nonpolar molecules are typically gases at room temperature due to weak intermolecular forces.

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What information is crucial for examining intermolecular forces and polarity?

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Electronegativity is crucial for examining intermolecular forces and polarity, as it indicates how strongly an atom attracts electrons.

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What partial charge does fluorine acquire in HF due to its electronegativity?

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Fluorine acquires a partial negative charge (dipole) in HF because it is more electronegative than hydrogen.

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Define electronegativity.

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Electronegativity is a measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons.

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What is the relationship between the number of electrons and boiling point in noble gases?

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In noble gases, an increase in the number of electrons generally leads to stronger dispersion forces and a higher boiling point.

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What type of intermolecular forces are stronger: dipole-dipole or dispersion forces?

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Dipole-dipole forces are generally stronger than dispersion forces due to the permanent dipoles in polar molecules.

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How do intermolecular forces affect the physical state of a substance?

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Stronger intermolecular forces typically result in higher boiling and melting points, influencing whether a substance is a solid, liquid, or gas.