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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

When a solid is heated, particles vibrate more strongly until __________ forces are overcome.
Options
A repulsive
B attractive
Correct Answer
C gravitational
D nuclear
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Melting occurs when sufficient energy is added to overcome the attractive forces holding particles in fixed positions.

Hint

Forces that hold the solid together.

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