Molecular Solids: Primary, Secondary & Van Der Waals Bonds

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Molecular solids are primarily bonded through intramolecular forces, which include primary bonds, secondary bonds, and van der Waals forces. Primary bonds, such as covalent bonds, are crucial for the structural integrity of molecular solids. Secondary bonds, including hydrogen bonds and dipole-dipole interactions, also play a significant role in determining the properties of these solids. Van der Waals forces, while weaker, contribute to the overall stability and behavior of molecular solids. Examples of molecular solids include ice (H2O), sugar (C12H22O11), and iodine (I2), each demonstrating a combination of these bonding forces. Understanding the types of bonding in molecular solids is essential for analyzing their physical and chemical properties.
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Please post this type of questions in the homework section using the template. You have to show your attempts at solving the problem to receive help, this is a forum policy.
molecular solids are bonded intramolecularly by:
1_primary bonds
2_secondary
3_van der waals
4_all of them
 
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Sika said:
molecular solids are bonded intramolecularly by:
1_primary bonds
2_secondary
3_van der waals
4_all of them

It might help if you give us (and yourself) some examples of molecular solids. With these examples, think about what kinds of forces/bonding exist between the individual units.
 
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Quantum Defect said:
It might help if you give us (and yourself) some examples of molecular solids. With these examples, think about what kinds of forces/bonding exist between the individual units.
I think the answer is primary bond !
 

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