Bonding and Molecular Geometry · Chemical Bonding

Intermolecular Forces and Polarity

Differentiating between London forces, permanent dipole-dipole interactions, and hydrogen bonding.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does electronegativity lead to the formation of molecular dipoles?
  2. 2Why is hydrogen bonding critical for the unique properties of water?
  3. 3How do intermolecular forces explain the difference in boiling points between isomeric compounds?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

A-Level: Chemistry - Intermolecular ForcesA-Level: Chemistry - Electronegativity and Polarity
Year: Year 12
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Bonding and Molecular Geometry
Period: Chemical Bonding

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