Which intermolecular force is predominantly responsible

Chapter 2, Problem 2

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Which intermolecular force is predominantly responsible for each observation below?

(a) \(\mathrm{CH_3(CH3)_{29}CH_3}\), a component found in paraffin wax, is a solid at room temperature while octane is a liquid.

(b) \(\mathrm{CH_3CH_2CH_2OH}\) has a higher boiling point than \(\mathrm{CH_4}\).

(c) \(\mathrm{CH_3CO_2H}\), which is found in vinegar, will dissolve in water but not in oil—for simplicity you may assume oil is \(\mathrm{CH_3(CH_2)_4(CH_3)}\).

Equation Transcription:

Text Transcription:

CH_3(CH3)_{29}CH_3

CH_3CH_2CH_2OH

CH_4

CH_3CO_2H

CH_3(CH_2)_4(CH_3)

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