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Intermolecular Forces

Question 7 of 10 • Chemistry - SC3210 A-CR

Which statement best explains why water has a higher boiling point than ethane?

Answer
A
Ethane molecules are smaller than water and can move faster.
B
Water molecules need relatively less heat energy to move.
C
Water molecules form hydrogen bonds, which cannot be broken by heating water.
D
Ethane molecules have no hydrogen bonds and need less energy to separate.
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