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There are three different substances, Argon, Hydrochloric acid and Hydroiodicacid. The correct sequence in which the boiling point increases is

Correct answer: A. Ar < HCI < HI

  • A. Ar < HCI < HI
  • B. HI > HCI > Ar
  • C. HCI < HI < Ar
  • D. HI > Ar > HCI

Explanation

Argon (Ar) is a noble gas and exists as individual atoms with weak van der Waals forces between them. It has the lowest boiling point among the given substances.Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is a polar covalent molecule with dipole-dipole forces. It has a higher boiling point compared to Argon.Hydroiodic acid (HI) is a polar covalent molecule with stronger dipole-dipole forces than HCl. It has the highest boiling point among the given substances.

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