This is the Physical Science Quarter 1 Module 3 self-learning module (Alternative Delivery Mode) on intermolecular forces of attraction, written for Senior High School learners in Grade 11 or 12. It explains the three main types of forces that hold neighboring molecules together and how those forces shape properties such as boiling point, viscosity, and evaporation. After the module, learners should be able to tell which force a substance has and predict how it behaves.
On this page 8 sections
What learners will learn
Content standard: Learners demonstrate an understanding of how the uses of different materials are related to their properties and structure.
Performance standard: Learners should be able to make a creative representation of the atom or the chemical element in a timeline.
Learning competencies:
- Describe the general types of intermolecular forces (S11/12PS-IIIc-d-17)
- Explain the effect of intermolecular forces on the properties of substances (S11/12PS-IIId-e-19)
By the end of the module, learners are expected to:
- describe the three major types of intermolecular forces of attraction;
- explain the effect of intermolecular forces of attraction on the properties of substances; and
- recognize the significance of the types of intermolecular forces of attraction in real-world examples.
Lessons in this module
- Lesson 1: General Types of Intermolecular Forces. Starts with a review of molecular polarity, then defines London dispersion forces, dipole-dipole forces, and hydrogen bonds, and links these forces to phase changes.
- Lesson 2: Effect of Intermolecular Forces on the Properties of Substances. Opens with a short poem, then shows how the strength of these forces affects solubility, melting and boiling points, surface tension, viscosity, capillary action, and evaporation.
The three types of intermolecular forces
An intermolecular force of attraction (IMFA) is an attractive force between neighboring molecules. The module compares it to the forces that bring people together: some are stronger, some weaker.
| Type | Where it is found | Strength | Module’s example |
|---|---|---|---|
| London dispersion forces | All molecules, polar or nonpolar | Weakest | Methane (CH₄), octane (C₈H₁₈) |
| Dipole-dipole forces | Polar molecules only (those with a net dipole moment) | Stronger than dispersion | Hydrogen chloride (HCl) |
| Hydrogen bond | Molecules with hydrogen bonded to fluorine, oxygen, or nitrogen | Strongest of the three | Water (H₂O) |
Some key points from Lesson 1:
- Dispersion forces come from shifts in the electron cloud around a molecule over time. Bigger molecules have bigger electron clouds, so octane has stronger dispersion forces than methane.
- Dipole-dipole forces are stronger because polar molecules have a permanent uneven sharing of electrons. In HCl, the electronegativity difference between H and Cl makes the bond polar.
- Hydrogen bonds are a special, stronger kind of dipole-dipole attraction. Water has them because hydrogen is bonded to oxygen, a highly electronegative atom.
- Phase changes: forces are very strong in solids (particles are packed tightly), not strong enough in liquids to hold particles in place (liquids take the shape of their container), and extremely weak in gases (particles move freely). Going from gas to liquid or liquid to solid means the forces increase; melting, boiling, and sublimation mean they decrease.
How intermolecular forces affect properties
The stronger the force, the harder it is to pull molecules away from each other. Lesson 2 shows what that means for each property:
- Solubility: a solute and solvent mix when they have the same kind of intermolecular forces (“like dissolves like”).
- Melting and boiling points: higher for substances with stronger forces. In the module’s activity, HF (hydrogen bonds) boils at 20 °C while O₂ (dispersion only) boils at -182 °C.
- Surface tension: stronger forces pull molecules together more, giving higher surface tension. This is why water striders can walk on water.
- Viscosity: stronger forces mean more resistance to flow, so higher viscosity. Dishwashing liquid pours more slowly than water.
- Capillary action: better capillary action points to stronger forces, like water climbing up a paper towel dipped in it.
- Evaporation rate: this one goes the other way. Stronger forces mean a lower evaporation rate, which is why nail polish remover (acetone) evaporates faster than water.
Activities in the module
- Lesson 1, Activity 1 (IMFA, What Type?): identify the force in CO, NH₃, and CCl₄ and rank them by strength.
- Lesson 1, Activity 2 (Increase or Decrease?): decide whether forces increase or decrease in five phase changes.
- Lesson 2, Activities 1 to 4: compare boiling and melting points, then do simple home experiments on viscosity (water and dishwashing liquid), capillarity (tap water, cooking oil, and alcohol in a straw or narrow tube), and evaporation (water and nail polish remover in shallow bowls in a sunny spot).
- What I Can Do: explain water’s high boiling point, list two problems life on Earth would face if evaporation were very slow, and make a concept map of the forces and their effects.
- Additional Activities (Be an Expert on IMFA): pick one type of force and explain its strength, examples at home or in industry, and its effect on properties.
How to use this module
- Learners: Answer the 15-item pretest (What I Know) first. If you get every item right, the module says you may skip it. Then work through each lesson in order. Write all answers on a separate sheet of paper, not on the module. Check your work honestly with the answer key at the end, and return the module to your teacher when you finish.
- Parents: The experiments use common household items: water, dishwashing liquid, cooking oil, alcohol, nail polish remover, a straw, bowls, a teaspoon, and a ruler. Help your child handle the alcohol and nail polish remover safely.
- Teachers: Orient learners on how to use the module and track their progress. The answer key covers the pretest, the activities, and the 15-item assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What grade and quarter is this Physical Science module for?
The module is labeled Physical Science Quarter 1 Module 3 for Senior High School, Grade 11 or 12.
What are the three types of intermolecular forces in this module?
London dispersion forces (in all molecules, weakest), dipole-dipole forces (in polar molecules only), and hydrogen bonds (when hydrogen is bonded to fluorine, oxygen, or nitrogen, the strongest of the three).
Why does water have a high boiling point?
Water molecules form hydrogen bonds because hydrogen is bonded to oxygen, a highly electronegative atom. Stronger intermolecular forces mean higher boiling points.
Does the module have an answer key?
Yes. The answer key at the end covers the pretest, the activities in both lessons, and the assessment.
How do stronger intermolecular forces affect evaporation?
Stronger forces lower the evaporation rate. That is why nail polish remover evaporates faster than water in the module’s activity.
Full text of the module
The text below is a transcription of the PDF above, as printed.
Physical Science Quarter 1 – Module 3: Intermolecular Forces of Attraction
[photo: Illustration of students and a teacher studying outdoors and indoors, with a globe and a lamp]
Senior High School
GOVERNMENT PROPERTY NOT FOR SALE
Personal Development Alternative Delivery Mode Quarter 1 – Module 3: Intermolecular Forces of Attraction First Edition, 2020
Republic Act 8293, section 176 states that: No copyright shall subsist in any work of the Government of the Philippines. However, prior approval of the government agency or office wherein the work is created shall be necessary for exploitation of such work for profit. Such agency or office may, among other things, impose as a condition the payment of royalties.
Borrowed materials (i.e., songs, stories, poems, pictures, photos, brand names, trademarks, etc.) included in this module are owned by their respective copyright holders. Every effort has been exerted to locate and seek permission to use these materials from their respective copyright owners. The publisher and authors do not represent nor claim ownership over them.
Published by the Department of Education Secretary: Leonor Magtolis Briones Undersecretary: Diosdado M. San Antonio
Development Team of the Module
Authors: Helen Grace L. Cabalag
Editors: Joey H. Villanueva, Arlene C. Malaybalay
Reviewers: Tommy R. Rico, Emiterio D. Macarubbo, Maricris N. Surigao
Illustrator: Helen Grace L. Cabalag
Layout Artist: Justine C. Montoya
Management Team: Wilfredo E. Cabral, Director IV
Jennifer Vivas, CLMD Chief
Dennis M. Mendoza, Regional EPS in-charge of LRMS
Micah S. Pacheco, Regional ADM Coordinator
Jocelyn M. Aliñab, CID Chief
Tommy R. Rico, Division in-charge of LRMS and Division ADM Coordinator
Department of Education – National Capital Region
Office Address: Misamis St., Bago Bantay, Quezon City
Telefax: 02-929-0153
E-mail Address: depedncr@deped.gov.ph
Physical Science Quarter 1 – Module 3: Intermolecular Forces of Attraction
Senior High School
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
Welcome to Physical Science Grade 11/12 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Intermolecular Forces of Attraction!
This module was collaboratively designed, developed, and reviewed to assist the teachers/facilitators in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.
This learning resource hopes to engage the learners in guided and independent learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners acquire the needed 21st – century skills while taking into consideration their needs.
In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of the module:
[illustration: notepad icon]
Notes to the Teacher
This contains helpful tips or strategies that will help you in guiding the learners.
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You also need to keep track of the learners’ progress while allowing them to manage their learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.
For the learner:
Welcome to Physical Science 11/12 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Intermolecular Forces of Attraction.
Our hand is one of the most represented parts of the human body. It is often used to depict skill, action, and purpose. With our hands, we create, accomplish and learn. Hence, you are capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant competencies and skills at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in your own hands!
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be able to process the contents of the learning resource while being an active learner.
This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:
[illustration: icon] What I Need to Know – This will give you an idea of the skills or competencies you are expected to learn in the module.
[illustration: icon] What I Know – This part includes activity that will check what you already know about the lesson. If you get all the correct answers (100%), you may decide to skip this module.
[illustration: icon] What’s In – This is a brief drill or review to help you link the current lesson with the previous one.
[illustration: icon] What’s New – In this portion, the new lesson will be introduced to you in various ways such as a story, a song, a poem, a problem opener, an activity, or a situation.
[illustration: icon] What is It – This section provides a brief discussion of the lesson. This aims to help you discover and understand new concepts and skills.
[illustration: icon] What’s More – This comprises activities for independent practice to solidify your understanding and skills of the topic. You may check the answers to the exercises using the Answer Key at the end of the module.
[illustration: icon] What I Have Learned – This includes questions or blank sentences/paragraphs to be filled in to process what you learned from the lesson.
For the learner (continued)
[illustration: icon] What I Can Do – This section provides an activity that will help you transfer your new knowledge or skills into real-life situations.
[illustration: icon] Assessment – This is a task that aims to evaluate your level of mastery in achieving the learning competency.
[illustration: icon] Additional Activities – In this portion, another activity will be given to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the lesson learned.
[illustration: icon] Answer Key – This contains answers to all activities in the module.
At the end of this module you will also find:
[illustration: icon] References – This is a list of all sources used in developing this module.
The following are some reminders in using this module:
- Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
- Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities included in the module.
- Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
- Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
- Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next activity.
- Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once done.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain a deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!
What I Need to Know
[illustration: hand pointing icon]
This module was designed to help you learn the intermolecular forces of attraction. It is composed of activities that will make your learning process a more productive one.
CONTENT STANDARD: The learners demonstrate an understanding of how the uses of different materials are related to their properties and structure
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The learners should be able to make a creative representation of the atom or the chemical element in a timeline
LEARNING COMPETENCIES: Describe the general types of intermolecular forces CODE: S11/12PS-IIIc-d-17
Explain the effect of intermolecular forces on the properties of substances CODE: S11/12PS-IIId-e-19
The module is divided into two lessons, namely:
- Lesson 1 – General Types of Intermolecular Forces
- Lesson 2 – Effect of Intermolecular Forces on the Properties of Substances
After going through this module, you are expected to:
- describe the three major types of intermolecular forces of attraction;
- explain the effect of intermolecular forces of attraction on the properties of substances; and
- recognize the significance and/or implications of the types of intermolecular forces of attraction to real-world examples.
What I Know
[illustration: hand holding pencil icon]
Multiple Choice:
DIRECTIONS: Read each question carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
Which of the following is an intermolecular force of attraction that is present in non-polar molecules?
A. covalent bond
B. hydrogen bond
C. dipole-dipole forces
D. London dispersion forcesWhich of the following is the strongest intermolecular force of attraction?
A. ionic bond
B. hydrogen bond
C. dipole-dipole forces
D. London dispersion forcesWhich of the following molecules can exhibit hydrogen bonding?
A. HF
B. NaF
C. HCl
D. NaBrWhat best explains the unusually high boiling point of water?
A. There is a strong dipole-dipole bond between water molecules.
B. Water is capable of hydrogen bonding.
C. Dispersion forces are present in all molecules.
D. The shape of the polar bonds is asymmetrical.A substance with weak intermolecular forces of attraction will exhibit which of the following?
A. Low heat of vaporization
B. Slow evaporation
C. Low vapor pressure
D. High melting pointWhich of the following pertains to London dispersion forces?
A. They are the weakest intermolecular force.
B. They operate only in polar molecules.
B. They operate only in ionic compounds.
D. They are an attractive force between hydrogen and an electronegative atom.Which statement about dipole-dipole forces is correct?
a. They are present in polar molecules.
b. They are present in nonpolar molecules.
c. They are the weakest intermolecular force.
d. They are the strongest intermolecular force.For a given substance, which of the following phase transitions shows an increase in the intermolecular forces of attraction?
a. solid to liquid
b. gas to liquid
c. Liquid to gas
d. Solid to gasWhat type of intermolecular force is present in all substances, regardless of polarity?
a. ionic bond
b. hydrogen bond
c. dipole-dipole forces
d. London dispersion forcesWhich of the following can exhibit hydrogen bonding among themselves?
A. H₂Te B. H₂Se C. H₂O D. H₂S
11-15. Which five properties below indicate strong intermolecular forces in a liquid? A. a lower evaporation rate B. a better capillary action C. a higher boiling point D. a higher melting point E. a higher viscosity F. a greater surface tension G. a lower boiling point
Lesson 1: General Types of Intermolecular Forces
What’s In
To help you fully understand the intermolecular forces of attraction and their effect on the properties of substances, you must first understand the polarity of the molecules. Test your ability and apply the principles you have learned in the previous lesson by completing the table below. The first two items were already done for you as an example.
| Molecule | Lewis Structure | Shape of the Molecule/ Molecular Geometry | Net dipole moment | Polarity of the Molecule | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NH₃ | [chart: Lewis structure of NH₃, showing N with one lone pair and bonded to three H atoms] | Trigonal Pyramidal | Yes | Polar |
| 2 | CS₂ | [chart: Lewis structure of CS₂, showing S=C=S with lone pairs on each S] | Linear | No | Nonpolar |
| 3 | CH₄ | ||||
| 4 | H₂O |
When you think of forces of attraction, you may think of humans. Like most of us, you will probably say that it is something that exists between people. In humans, there are forces of attraction that bring people together into friendship, marriage, and other types of relationships. Like people, molecules have this force of attraction that holds them together with the surrounding molecules. But just like any other force, there are stronger and weaker interactions.
What is It
An intermolecular force of attraction (IMFA) is simply an attractive force between neighboring molecules. There are three common types, namely: London dispersion forces, Dipole-dipole, and Hydrogen bonds.
London dispersion forces are present in molecules, regardless of the polarity. This is the weakest among the intermolecular forces. They originate from the fluctuations of the electron distribution around the molecule over time. Since larger molecules have larger electron clouds, they exhibit stronger dispersion forces than smaller molecules. On the other hand, dipole-dipole forces are present only in polar molecules (i.e., those with a net dipole moment). This kind of force is stronger than London dispersion forces because polar molecules have a permanent uneven distribution of electrons. Hydrogen bond is a special type of dipole-dipole interaction that occurs in molecules having a hydrogen atom bonded to an electronegative atom such as fluorine, oxygen, or nitrogen. It is the strongest intermolecular force of attraction among the three.
A very good example of a molecule that contains only London dispersion forces is methane (CH₄), the simplest hydrocarbon. It is a non-polar molecule, and is not capable of any other type of intermolecular force of attraction. Another example of a hydrocarbon is octane (C₈H₁₈), a nonpolar molecule that exhibits only London dispersion forces as well. Since octane is a bigger molecule than methane,
the former is capable of stronger dispersion forces. An example of dipole-dipole attraction can be seen in hydrogen chloride (HCl). This is because the electronegativity difference between the H and the Cl atoms make the covalent bond between them polar. Lastly, hydrogen bonds can be seen in a water molecule (H₂O) because hydrogen is bonded to a highly electronegative atom which is oxygen.
Intermolecular forces are involved in phase changes. The IMFA in solids are very strong, thus the particles are compact. The IMFA in liquids are not strong enough to keep the particles remain in fixed positions so liquids generally tend to resemble the shape of their containers. The IMFA in gases are extremely weak or almost negligible thus, particles are free to move around.
What’s More
ACTIVITY 1 IMFA – WHAT TYPE?
Objective: Identify the types of intermolecular forces of attraction.
Directions: Identify the type of IMFA for the following substances and answer the questions that follow.
Table 1 – Substances and IMFA Types
| Substance | Type of IMFA |
|---|---|
| 1. CO | |
| 2. NH₃ | |
| 3. CCl₄ |
Critical Thinking Questions:
How do you determine the type of IMFA that occurs in each of the given substances? _____ _____
Rank the strength of each compound based on IMFA. (1 = strongest, 2 = in between, 3 = weakest) Explain your answer. _____ _____
ACTIVITY 2 IMFA – INCREASE OR DECREASE?
Objective: Determine the increase or decrease in the intermolecular forces of attraction that takes place in phase change.
Directions: For each of the phase changes below, choose whether the intermolecular forces increased or decreased. Write a checkmark (/) under the column for your answer. Then, answer the critical thinking questions.
Table 2 – Phase Changes and Increase or decrease in IMFA
| Phase Changes: Initial State | Phase Changes: Final State | Intermolecular Forces: Increase | Intermolecular Forces: Decrease | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| solid | liquid | / | ||
| 1 | liquid | solid | ||
| 2 | liquid | gas | ||
| 3 | gas | liquid | ||
| 4 | solid | gas | ||
| 5 | gas | solid |
Critical Thinking Questions:
Which of the phases of matter (solid, liquid, gas) has the strongest and weakest IMFA? _____
What do you think is the reason for the varying strengths of IMFA between the phases of matter? _____
Lesson 2: Effect of Intermolecular Forces on the Properties of Substances
What’s New
Intermolecular forces of attraction (IMFA) control how well molecules stick together. These affect many of the measurable physical properties of substances. Read the poem below to have a preview of these properties.
IMFA
Helen Grace L. Cabalag, 2020
Intermolecular forces vary
In their effects on a substance’s property
The magnitude of their intensity
Can be observed in a fluid’s viscosity.
If IMFA is the topic of discussion,
These two properties are always in mention
In liquids, there is evaporation
in tubes, there is capillary action.
Oh before moving on to the lesson,
Another property caused by cohesion
Striders walk without hesitation,
Present in water, there is surface tension.
The rule “like dissolves like” in solution
Is the same in the forces of attraction
The very core of the explanation
To a table salt-water combination.
Whether it is high or low, it is ranging
Boiling and melting points are always changing
IMFA need a little bit of explaining
For extreme temperatures in H-bonding.
What is It
The intermolecular forces are associated with the observable properties of various substances. The physical properties of molecules depend upon the type and strength of their intermolecular forces of attraction. These properties are solubility, melting point, boiling point, surface tension, viscosity, capillary action, and evaporation rate.
When it comes to solubility, the solute and the solvent mix when they both exhibit the same intermolecular forces of attraction. The melting and boiling points of substances with stronger IMFA are higher compared to those with weaker IMFA. In the case of surface tension, molecules with stronger intermolecular forces of attraction will exert greater cohesive forces and acquire less surface area (higher surface tension) than those with weaker IMFA. Viscosity is also affected by intermolecular forces. Molecules with stronger intermolecular forces of attraction have greater resistance to flow, and thus higher viscosity compared to those with weaker IMFA. This is also true in capillary action. Capillary action is something that you observe when you dip a paper towel in water, and the water “magically” climbs up the towel. The water molecules climb up the towel and drag other water molecules along the way. A better capillary action indicates stronger intermolecular forces. This trend however is different in evaporation. The lower the evaporation rate, the weaker the intermolecular forces.
What’s More
IMFA – EFFECTS ON PROPERTIES
Objective: Determine the effects of intermolecular forces of attraction on the properties of substances.
ACTIVITY 1 – Boiling and Melting Point
Directions: The boiling and melting points of HCl and O₂ are shown below. Determine the type of intermolecular force of attraction exhibited by the molecules.
Table 3 – Melting & Boiling Point and IMFA Types
| Molecule | Boiling Point | Melting Point | Type of IMFA |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. HF | 20ºC | -83 ºC | _____ |
| 2. O₂ | -182ºC | -218 ºC | _____ |
Critical Thinking Questions:
What can you infer from the table above? _____
How do you relate the melting and boiling point of a substance to its IMFA? Explain their relationship. _____
ACTIVITY 2 – Viscosity
Directions: Follow the procedures below and answer the critical thinking questions.
Materials: water, dishwashing liquid, mug/cup
Procedures:
- Pour water and dishwashing liquid into the mug/cup.
- Observe the flow of the substances upon pouring.
Critical Thinking Questions:
What did you observe? _____
What can you conclude about the link between the strength of the IMFA and the viscosity of a substance? _____
ACTIVITY 3 – Capillarity
Directions: Follow the procedures below and answer the critical thinking questions.
Materials:
water from the faucet, cooking oil, alcohol, large shallow container, narrow glass tube or clear plastic straw, ruler
Procedures:
- Place about 20 ml (about 4 teaspoonfuls) of water in the shallow container.
- Hold the narrow tube above the extent of the water within the container.
- Observe how far the water travels in the tube.
- Measure the distance traveled by the liquid using a ruler.
- Repeat steps no. 1-4 for the remaining two substances, remember to wash and dry the dish and the tube/straw well.
Results:
Record your output in the table below. You do not need to measure the exact distance traveled by the substance. Describe whether it traveled a short /far distance.
Table 4– Substances and Distance Travelled
| Substance | Distance traveled in the tube |
|---|---|
| water from the faucet | |
| cooking oil | |
| alcohol |
Critical Thinking Questions:
Which of the substances travelled farther up the tube? _____________________
What can you conclude about the link between the strength of the IMFA and capillarity? _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________
ACTIVITY 4 – Evaporation
Directions: Follow the procedures below and answer the critical thinking questions.
Materials:
water and nail polish remover (acetone), shallow bowls, teaspoon (the one being used for coffee or tea)
Procedures:
- Measure 20 ml of the given substances by using a teaspoon. Each teaspoon is roughly estimated with 5mL capacity.
- Place 20 ml of each of the substances in separate bowls.
- Move carefully each bowl to a warm/sunny spot.
- Mark the quantity of liquid in each bowl using a permanent marker.
- Make several marks at different positions around the bowl.
- Observe each bowl every minute and note which liquid evaporates quickly.
Results
Record your measurements in the table below. You do not need to measure the specific level of the liquid. Just write what extent or proportion the liquid evaporates.
Table 5– Substances and Level of Liquid
| Substance | Level of liquid in different time intervals – 5 min | Level of liquid in different time intervals – 10 min | Level of liquid in different time intervals – 15 min | Level of liquid in different time intervals – 20 min | Level of liquid in different time intervals – 25 min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | |||||
| Nail polish remover |
Critical Thinking Questions:
Which of the two substances takes the longest time to evaporate? ________
What can you conclude about the link between the strength of the IMFA and evaporation? _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________
What I Have Learned
Complete the following sentences to summarize the important concepts discussed in this module.
- The types of intermolecular forces of attraction are ___________________, ___________________ and ________________________.
- __________________ is present in all molecules while ___________________ are exhibited only by polar ones. ______________ on the other hand occurs when hydrogen is bonded to fluorine, chlorine, oxygen or nitrogen.
- Intermolecular forces have effects on the physical properties of substances. The stronger the force, the more difficult it is to pull molecules off from each other. When comparing properties of substance, strong intermolecular forces lead in ___________ boiling and melting points, _________ viscosity, __________ surface tension, ____________ capillary action and __________ evaporation rate.
What I Can Do
Directions: Answer the following.
- Explain in terms of intermolecular forces why water has an extraordinarily high boiling point.
- List down two problems that might be experienced by all life forms on earth if the evaporation rate is very low.
- Make a concept map to show the classification of intermolecular forces and their relationship to the physical properties of substances
Assessment
Multiple Choice. Read each question carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
Which of the following is the intermolecular force that is present in all types of neighboring molecules?
- A. ionic bond
- B. hydrogen bond
- C. dipole-dipole forces
- D. London dispersion forces
Which is properly ordered from the weakest to strongest intermolecular attractions?
- A. London dispersion forces, dipole-dipole, hydrogen bond
- B. dipole-dipole, hydrogen bond, London dispersion forces
- C. dipole-dipole, London dispersion forces, hydrogen bond
- D. London dispersion forces, hydrogen bond, dipole-dipole
Which type of intermolecular force of attraction is the strongest in the molecule HF?
- A. ionic bond
- B. dispersion
- C. dipole-dipole
- D. hydrogen bond
Which one of the following properties decreases once the strength of its intermolecular forces increases?
- A. viscosity
- B. boiling point
- C. melting point
- D. evaporation rate
Which of the following trends is correct about substances with stronger intermolecular attractions?
- A. higher melting and higher boiling points
- B. lower melting points and higher boiling points
- C. lower melting and boiling points
- D. higher melting points and lower boiling points
Which of the following pertains to London dispersion force?
- A. It is the weakest intermolecular force.
- B. They operate only in polar molecules.
- C. They operate only in ionic compounds.
- D. It is an attractive force between hydrogen and fluorine.
Which statement about dipole-dipole forces is incorrect?
- A. They are present in polar molecules.
- B. They are present in nonpolar molecules.
- C. They are the weakest intermolecular force.
- D. They are the strongest intermolecular force.
Which of the following phase transitions shows a decrease in the intermolecular forces of attraction?
- A. liquid to solid
- B. liquid to gas
- C. gas to liquid
- D. gas to solid
What type of intermolecular force is present in all substances, regardless of polarity?
- A. ionic bond
- B. hydrogen bond
- C. dipole-dipole forces
- D. London dispersion forces
Which of the following can exhibit hydrogen bonding among themselves?
- A. H2Te
- B. H2Se
- C. H2O
- D. H2S
11-15. Which five properties below indicate weaker intermolecular forces in a liquid?
- A. a higher evaporation rate
- B. a weak capillary action
- C. a higher boiling point
- D. a lower melting point
- E. a lower viscosity
- F. a greater surface tension
- G. a lower boiling point
Additional Activities
BE AN EXPERT ON IMFA
Directions: Choose one type of IMFA and answer these questions:
Critical Thinking Questions:
- What type of attraction did you choose? ___________________________
- Is your IMFA weak or strong? Explain, _______________________________________________________________________
- What are the common substances that are used at home or industries that are held together by IMFA? Give one substance for each type. _______________________________________________________________________
- How does your IMFA influence or affect a substance’s physical properties? _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________
Answer Key
[transcriber’s note: this page is printed rotated 180 degrees; the three columns are transcribed in reading order, left to right, as they appear when the page is turned upright]
What I Know
- D
- B
- A
- B
- A
- A
- A
- B
- D
- C
- A
- C
- D
- E
- F
What’s More
Lesson 1 Activity 1
- Dipole-dipole
- Hydrogen bond
- London dispersion
Activity 2
- 1, 3, 5 – increase
- 2, 4 – decrease
Lesson 2 Activity 1
- H-bond
- London dispersion
CQ: 1. HF because of H-bond 2. higher IMFA, higher melting and boiling point
Activity 2: dishwashing liquid is slower than water
Activity 3: tap water>alcohol>cooking oil
CQ 1. Tap water 2. better capillary action, higher IMFA
Activity 4: Nail polish remover evaporates faster than water
Assessment
- D
- A
- D
- D
- A
- A
- A
- B
- D
- C
- A
- B
- D
- E
- G
References
- https://manoa.hawaii.edu/exploringourfluidearth/chemical/properties-water/comparison-water-other-liquids/activity-comparison-water-other-liquids
- https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-relationship-between-boiling-points-and-intermolecular-forces
- https://courses.lumenlearning.com/chemistryformajors/chapter/intermolecular-forces/
- https://www.visionlearning.com/en/library/Chemistry/1/Properties-of-Liquids/222
- https://www2.chem.wisc.edu/deptfiles/genchem/netorial/rottosen/tutorial/modules/intermolecular_forces/02imf/imf1.htm
- https://www2.chem.wisc.edu/deptfiles/genchem/netorial/rottosen/tutorial/modules/intermolecular_forces/index.htm
- https://www2.chem.wisc.edu/deptfiles/genchem/netorial/rottosen/tutorial/modules/intermolecular_forces/01review/review2.htm
- https://sites.duke.edu/thepepproject/module-2-drug-testing-a-hairbrained-idea/teacher-notes-chemical-bonds-and-forces/
- https://www.preservearticles.com/chemistry/how-strength-of-intermolecular-forces-vary/122
- https://fliphtml5.com/wzpu/ntav/basic/151-200
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tqhA2ilmn8
- https://www.siyavula.com/read/science/grade-11/intermolecular-forces/04-intermolecular-forces-01
- https://www.usgs.gov/special-topic/water-science-school/science/capillary-action-and-water?qt-science_center_objects=0#qt-science_center_objects
For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:
Department of Education – Bureau of Learning Resources (DepEd-BLR)
Ground Floor, Bonifacio Bldg., DepEd Complex Meralco Avenue, Pasig City, Philippines 1600
Telefax: (632) 8634-1072; 8634-1054; 8631-4985
Email Address: blr.lrqad@deped.gov.ph * blr.lrpd@deped.gov.ph
Leave a Reply