Question

The inter-molecular forces are maximum in case of

• A. Copper
• B. Water
• C. Glycerine
• D. Hydrogen.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Copper

The explanation for the correct option is:

(a) Copper:

• As the copper is solid and solid has a strong intermolecular force of attraction.

The explanation for the incorrect option is:

(b) Water:

• As water is liquid, the molecules are not very tightly packed.

(c) Glycerine:

• As glycerine is a viscous liquid, the molecules are not very tightly packed but more tightly packed as compared to water.

(d) Hydrogen :

• As hydrogen is gas In the case of gases, the molecules are very far apart from each other.
• As intermolecular spaces are too large, therefore intermolecular forces are almost negligible.

Thus, Option (A) i.e copper is the correct answer.