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I believe the incorrect statement is dissolution of oxygen in water is due to dipole- induced dipole interaction.

I believe the incorrect statement is dissolution of oxygen in water is due to dipole-example-1
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For this question we have 4 options and relates a few chemical concepts, let's analyze each option and reach a final conclusion:

A. Since in a geometric 3-D point of view, neopentane is more closely together in its bondings, the boiling point will be lower in it, and n-pentane has more surface to be heated, therefore the boiling and melting point will be higher, as it is proven experimentally, n-pentane = 36.1°C, neopentane = 9.5°C. Correct

B. If we have O2 being thrown in water, the covalent bonding between these two atoms is very nonpolar and weak, the weak Van der Waals force, also known as temporary dipole-induced dipole interactions. Correct

C. Dipole moment has a lot to do with the strength of a bond, greater the dipole moment, the stronger the bond will be, and if we have a strong bond, more energy will be required to break, therefore higher the boiling and melting point will be for these compounds, therefore this one is Incorrect

D. Yes, in DNA the main type of intermolecular force is Hydrogen bonding

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