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The boiling point of water is higher than other hydrides because water molecules can form:

Correct answer: A. 4 hydrogen bonds

  • A. 4 hydrogen bonds
  • B. 3 hydrogen bonds
  • C. 2 hydrogen bonds
  • D. 1 hydrogen bond

Explanation

Each water (H₂O) molecule can form four hydrogen bonds in total:2 hydrogen atoms → can each form 1 hydrogen bond (as donors)2 lone pairs on oxygen → can each form 1 hydrogen bond (as acceptors)Total = 4 hydrogen bonds per water molecule

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