Question

The strongest intermolecular interactions between acetic acid (CH.COOH) molecules arise from:a) dipole-dipole forces b) ion-dipole interactions. c) London dispersion forces. d) hydrogen bonding. Draw two molecules of acetic acid to demonstrate this intermolecular interaction.

Answer 1

hydrogen bonding

Step-by-step explanation:

Intermolecular forces hold molecules of a substance together in a particular state of matter. In acetic (ethanoic) acid, the strongest intermolecular force is hydrogen bonding.

Hydrogen bonding leads to dimerization and high boiling points. An image showing dimerization of acetic acid is shown in the image attached.