Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

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

Chapter 12 - Solids and Modern Materials - Exercises - Page 522: 12.9

Answer

b. The molecules in molecular solids are held together by weak intermolecular interactions.

Work Step by Step

Molecular solids are held together by relatively weak intermolecular forces (dispersion forces, dipole-dipole forces, hydrogen bonding) and as a result they are easier to break apart than covalent-network solids. They also therefore have a lower melting point and are softer.
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