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Chapter 11: Problem 108

Which of the following statements are false? (a) Dipole-dipole interactions between molecules are greatest if the molecules possess only temporary dipole moments. (b) All compounds containing hydrogen atoms can participate in hydrogen-bond formation. (c) Dispersion forces exist between all atoms, molecules, and ions. (d) The extent of ioninduced dipole interaction depends only on the charge on the ion.

Short Answer

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Statements (a), (b) and (d) are false, while statement (c) is true.

Step by step solution

01

Assess dipole-dipole interactions

Dipole-dipole interactions occur only in polar molecules, i.e., molecules with permanent dipole moments. Therefore, the statement that they are greatest if the molecules possess only temporary dipole moments is false.
02

Analyze hydrogen-bond potential

Hydrogen bonds can only be formed in molecules where hydrogen is bonded to highly electronegative elements like oxygen, nitrogen or fluorine. Not all compounds containing hydrogen atoms can participate in hydrogen-bond formation. So, this statement is also false.
03

Consider dispersion forces

Dispersion forces, also known as London Forces, are present between all atoms, molecules, and ions whether they are polar or non-polar. It is a type of attraction that is always present. Hence, regardless of their nature, all types of particles experience these forces. So, statement (c) is true.
04

Evaluate ion-induced dipole interactions

An ion-induced dipole interaction depends not only on the charge of the ion, but also on the size of the ion, the size of the dipole and the distance between the ion and the dipole. Therefore, statement (d) that suggests the interaction is solely based on the charge of the ion is false.

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