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CHM 101 Hybridization and Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

What do valence forces determine?
Options
A Only bond formation
B Bond formation, molecular geometry, bond energy, physical properties, and chemical reactivity
Correct Answer
C Only physical properties
D Only color
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Valence forces determine: bond formation, molecular geometry, bond energy, physical properties (melting point, hardness, conductivity), and chemical reactivity.

Hint

The notes list all these determined properties.

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