Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 11 - Liquids and Intermolecular Forces - Exercises - Page 473: 11.20b

Answer

The statement is false.

Work Step by Step

This statement is the reverse of the correct relationship. As we move down the table, IMFs and therefore boiling point will increase.
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