Ming has two unknown substances. One is nonpolar, and the other is polar.Which process would most likely help Ming identify which substance is polar and which is nonpolar?
Answer
A
Test the boiling points. The polar substance should have a lower boiling point because of its dipole-dipole forces.
B
Test for an odor. The nonpolar substance should have a higher volatility and stronger odor because of its London dispersion forces.
C
Test the boiling points. The nonpolar substance should have a higher boiling point because of its hydrogen bonds.
D
Test for an odor. The polar substance should have a higher volatility and weaker odor because of its dipole-dipole forces.