Question

1. the attractions between the ccl₄ molecules that hold the molecules together in the solid state are best identified as

(a) polar covalent bonds
(b) nonpolar covalent bonds
(c) intermolecular attractions resulting from temporary dipoles
(d) intermolecular attractions resulting from permanent dipoles

Explanation:

• \(CCl_4\) is a non - polar molecule. The intermolecular forces in non - polar molecules are London dispersion forces (also known as temporary dipoles).
• Option (A) polar covalent bonds are intramolecular bonds within a molecule, not the forces between molecules.
• Option (C) intermolecular attractions resulting from temporary dipoles (London dispersion forces) are the forces between non - polar \(CCl_4\) molecules.
• Option (D) intermolecular attractions resulting from permanent dipoles occur in polar molecules.

Answer:

B. nonpolar covalent bonds