Question
Chemistry Question on p -Block Elements
Which of the following exhibits the weakest intermolecular forces?
A
He
B
HCl
C
NH3
D
H2O
Answer
He
Explanation
Solution
He is a noble gas. Weak van der waal's forces operate between the gaseous molecules of Helium. In NH3,H2O and HCl, there is strong Hydrogen bonding between the molecules.