Intermolecular Forces (OCR A-Level Chemistry A): Flashcards

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Intermolecular forces
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Intermolecular forces

Weak forces between molecules

3 intermolecular forces (weakest→strongest)

London, permanent dipole-dipole, H-bonding

Intermolecular force in all molecules

London forces

Factor affecting London force strength

Number of electrons

Where permanent dipole-dipole interactions occur

Between polar molecules

Melting/boiling points of simple molecular substances

Low

Why simple molecular substances have low melting points

Only weak intermolecular forces broken

Solubility rule for simple molecular substances

Like dissolves like

Electrical conductivity of simple molecular substances

Non-conductor (insulator)

Why simple molecular substances don't conduct

No mobile charged particles

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