Question

choose the best answers using the image.

1. choose the best answer using the image.

which is the stronger force, label a or b?
label b
label a

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the forces

Label A represents a covalent bond (between \(Cl\) and \(H\) in \(HCl\)). Label B represents an intermolecular force (between two \(HCl\) molecules).

Step2: Compare the strength of forces

Covalent bonds (intramolecular forces) are stronger than intermolecular forces.

Answer:

label A