Which property is typical of simple covalent molecules?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Low melting points because the forces between molecules are weak
- Step 1: Little energy is needed to separate the molecules. Step 2. Only weak intermolecular forces break on melting. Answer: Low melting points because the forces between molecules are weak. Why not the others: The covalent bonds are not broken when melting.
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