Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 9 - Liquids, Solids, and Materials - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 421b: 31

Answer

The solid is made up of small non polar molecules.

Work Step by Step

A low fusion enthalpy means that the intermolecular attractions are relatively weak. This means that the atoms are likely small (low london dispersion forces) and are non polar (meaning no dipole-dipole interactions).
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.