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Question
What is the origin of London dispersion forces?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
London dispersion forces arise from temporary, instantaneous dipoles that occur due to fluctuations in electron distribution within atoms or molecules. These instantaneous dipoles can induce dipoles in neighboring atoms or molecules, creating weak, short-lived attractive forces that are present in all molecules.
Hint
These forces are due to momentary electron cloud distortions.