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Intermolecular Forces

Question 4 of 4 • NY-Chemistry Term 1 Hillcrest

Substances X and Y are both nonpolar. If the volatility of X is higher than that of Y, what is the best explanation?

Answer
A
X’s molecules experience stronger dipole-dipole forces than Y’s molecules.
B
Y’s molecules experience stronger dipole-dipole forces than X’s molecules.
C
X’s molecules experience stronger London dispersion forces than Y’s molecules.
D
Y’s molecules experience stronger London dispersion forces than X’s molecules.