Chemical Bonding and Molecular Geometry · Chemical Bonding

Intermolecular Forces

Investigating the attractions between molecules that explain boiling points and surface tension.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why does water have such a high boiling point compared to similar sized molecules?
  2. 2How do intermolecular forces allow insects to walk on the surface of a pond?
  3. 3What role do temporary dipoles play in the liquefaction of noble gases?

Common Core State Standards

HS-PS1-3
Grade: 10th Grade
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Geometry
Period: Chemical Bonding

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