A molecule of CHCl3 (chloroform), has the same shape as a molecule of carbon tetrahydride, CH4. But carbon tetrahydride’s boiling point is -164º C and chloroform’s boiling point is 62 ºC. Explain the difference between the boiling points of the two substances.

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Read about dispersion forces in your text or notes.