How is melting point related to the intermolecular forces of attraction?

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Danielle X
Jun 30, 2018

The stronger the IMF, the higher the boiling point will be

Explanation:

Take, for example, hydrogen bonding. Hydrogen bonding occurs when a hydrogen atom combines with either nitrogen, oxygen, or fluorine (#H_2O#). Hydrogen bonding results in the strongest intermolecular forces, and therefore will always have the highest boiling point.

Just remember it as a direct relationship; it makes memorization easier :)

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