CH-1207
Simple molecular structures
Chemistry · Secondary 4 · Medium · Simple molecular structures
The alkane nonane, , is a liquid at room temperature.
Which statement best explains, in terms of structure and bonding, why nonane has a relatively low melting point?
Which statement best explains, in terms of structure and bonding, why nonane has a relatively low melting point?
- It has a simple molecular structure with weak intermolecular forces that require little energy to overcome.
- It has a giant covalent structure with strong covalent bonds that are easy to break.
- It has an ionic lattice with strong electrostatic forces between ions.
- It has metallic bonding with a sea of delocalised electrons between positive ions.
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