The correct answer is b) a high melting point.
Intermolecular forces are the forces of attraction between molecules. The stronger the intermolecular forces, the higher the melting point of a substance. This is because stronger forces require more energy to overcome, leading to a higher temperature needed to break the intermolecular bonds and transition from a solid to a liquid state.
Option d) high electrical resistance is not directly related to the strength of intermolecular forces. Electrical resistance is a measure of how much a material resists the flow of electric current. It is determined by factors such as the nature and arrangement of atoms or ions in a substance, as well as the presence of free electrons or ions. While strong intermolecular forces can affect electrical conductivity, it is not a definitive indicator of the strength of intermolecular forces in a solid.
Grade 12 Chemistry
Which of the following would indicate the strongest intermolecular forces in a solid?
Question 30 options:
a) a low melting point
b) a high melting point
c) low electrical resistance
d) high electrical resistance
d) answers b & d are correct
1 answer