Q15 / 90 · JEE Main 2016 (09 Apr Online) · Chemistry

Which intermolecular force is most responsible in allowing xenon gas to liquefy?

Correct answer
A
London forces
B
Ion-dipole
C
Ionic
D
Dipole-dipole

Solution

London dispersion Force (LDF), also known as london forces, or instantaneous dipole-induced dipole forces, is the weakest Vander-waal's force which arises in non-polar molecules due to temporary rearrangement of electrons.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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