Question
Chemistry Question on Chemical bonding and molecular structure
Covalent compounds have low melting points because
A
covalent molecules have definite shape
B
covalent bond is weaker than ionic bond
C
covalent bond is less exothermic
D
covalent molecules are held by weak van der Waals forces of attraction
Answer
covalent molecules are held by weak van der Waals forces of attraction
Explanation
Solution
Covalent compounds have low melting points because their molecules are held by weak van der Waals forces