Carbon dioxide is an example of?
Correct answer: C. Molecular Solid
- A. Ionic Solid
- B. Metallic Solid
- C. Molecular Solid
- D. Covalent Solid
Explanation
A molecular solid is composed of molecules held together by van der Waals forces. It is a solid that consists of discrete molecules. All these properties are of CO2 so it is an example of a molecular solid as it has relatively Van Der Waals London Dispersion Forces. Hence, option C is correct.
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