Chapter 15, Problem 15.80P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The intermolecular forces that are primarily responsible for the different types of polyethylene have to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Intermolecular forces:

The weaker forces that are formed between the molecules to bind together in groups are known as intermolecular forces or secondary bonds.  The intermolecular is generally defined by the term Vander Waal forces.

Vander Waal forces are of two types:

1. 1. Weak dispersion forces (London forces) and
2. 2. Strong dipole-dipole forces.