2. Molecular Representations
Intermolecular Forces
2. Molecular Representations Intermolecular Forces
11PRACTICE PROBLEM
Using the intermolecular forces of attraction concept, explain why propionic acid (bp = 141 °C) has a higher boiling point than propaneperoxoic acid (bp = 120°C; explodes) even though the former has a lower molecular weight than the latter.
Using the intermolecular forces of attraction concept, explain why propionic acid (bp = 141 °C) has a higher boiling point than propaneperoxoic acid (bp = 120°C; explodes) even though the former has a lower molecular weight than the latter.