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Critical temperature for different gases is different and depends upon______________?

Correct answer: D. All of the above

  • A. Size of molecule
  • B. Shape of molecule
  • C. Intermolecular attractions
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

Critical temperature is the highest temperature at which a gas can be liquefied by pressure. It depends on the strength of intermolecular attractions, which are influenced by molecular size and shape, so all three listed factors contribute. Students may choose c alone because attractions are the direct cause, but size and shape affect those attractions.

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