Bonding and Molecular Geometry · Chemical Bonding
Intermolecular Forces
Distinguishing between intramolecular bonds and the attractions between separate molecules.
Key Questions
- 1Why does water exhibit unique properties compared to other molecules of similar mass?
- 2How do London dispersion forces allow nonpolar gases to become liquids?
- 3What evidence do we have that intermolecular forces dictate boiling and melting points?
Common Core State Standards
HS-PS1-3
Grade: 12th Grade
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Bonding and Molecular Geometry
Period: Chemical Bonding
Suggested Methodologies
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