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What is the relationship between dipole moment and boiling point?

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The dipole moment of a molecule and its boiling point are directly varied. If the dipole moment is large, the attraction between the positive and negative charges of a molecule is strong thus, requiring stronger forces to break them. Hence, they will have higher boiling points. 
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