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Why do larger molecules tend to have higher melting points compared to smaller molecules?

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How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances

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Why do larger molecules tend to have higher melting points compared to smaller molecules?.

  1. A.They have stronger covalent bonds.
  2. B.They have more atoms, leading to stronger intermolecular forces.
  3. C.They are more compact and denser.
  4. D.They have weaker intermolecular forces.

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