Question

Liquid X has a stronger intermolecular force than liquid Y. Will it boil at a lower or higher temperature than Y?

Answer 1

1. The boiling point of a liquid depends on the intermolecular force of attraction of its particles. So, the greater the intermolecular force of attraction between particles, the greater the boiling point of the liquid.
2. This is due to the fact that for a greater intermolecular force of attraction more energy or a higher temperature is required to break the bond of attraction.
3. Thus, liquid X has a higher boiling point than liquid Y.