Chapter 14, Problem 47A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The term matches with the definition or description have to be chosen.

Concept Introduction:

London dispersion force is the weakest intermolecular force.

Answer to Problem 47A

i) London dispersion forces

London dispersion forces are the instantaneous dipole forces for nonpolar molecules.

Explanation of Solution

London dispersion force is the weakest intermolecular force. London dispersion forces are the instantaneous dipole forces for nonpolar molecules. This temporary attractive force arises when the temporary dipoles caused by the unsymmetrical distribution of electrons in the atoms.