H2O has higher boiling point than HF because?
Correct answer: A. H2O can form more hydrogen bonds
- A. H2O can form more hydrogen bonds
- B. HF has stronger hydrogen bonds.
- C. H2O has a higher molecular weight.
- D. HF is a polar molecule.
Explanation
Water (H2O) has a higher boiling point than hydrogen fluoride (HF) because, despite both forming hydrogen bonds, water's tetrahedral shape allows it to form twice as many hydrogen bonds per molecule, requiring more energy to break.
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