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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which kinds of bonding can be found in a sample of H₂O(l)?
Options
A Hydrogen bonds only
B Ionic and nonpolar hydrogen bonds
C Nonpolar covalent bonds only
D Both polar covalent and hydrogen bonds
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

H₂O molecules have polar covalent bonds between O and H. These polar molecules are attracted to each other via intermolecular hydrogen bonds.

Hint

Consider both the intramolecular bonds within a molecule and the intermolecular forces between molecules.

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