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Which type of bonding is responsible for intermolecular forces in liquid CCI4?

Correct answer: C. Instantaneous dipole - induced dipole forces

  • A. Covalent bonding
  • B. Hydrogen bonding
  • C. Instantaneous dipole - induced dipole forces
  • D. Dipole - Dipole forces

Explanation

The intermolecular forces in liquid CCl4 (carbon tetrachloride) are primarily due to London dispersion forces, also known as van der Waals forces or Instantaneous dipole - induced dipole forces. These forces are relatively weak as compared to covalent or ionic bonds, but they play a significant role in determining the physical properties of molecular compounds like CCl4.

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