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CHM 101 Hybridization and Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

What are secondary valence forces?
Options
A Strong bonds within molecules
B Weak intermolecular forces that act between molecules or neutral atoms
Correct Answer
C Ionic bonds
D Covalent bonds
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Secondary valence forces are weak intermolecular forces that act between molecules or neutral atoms and are weaker than primary bonds.

Hint

The notes define these as weak forces between molecules.

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