The weak attractive forces that act on neutral atoms and molecules of same type are collectively known as

Electrostatic forces of attraction

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Covalent bonding

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Hydrogen bonding

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Van der Waals forces

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The correct option is D Van der Waals forces
Van der Waals forces of attraction are relatively weak attractive forces that act on neutral atoms and molecules of same type.These forces originate because of the electric polarization induced in each of the particles by the presence of other particles. They are different from the forces that make up the molecule.

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