Question

Which of the following molecules have London dispersion forces?

A) all atoms and molecules have London dispersion forces

B) atoms and molecules with full valence shells have London dispersion forces

C) atoms and molecules with a noble gas electron configuration have London dispersion forces

D) atoms and molecules that contain at least one metal atom have London dispersion forces

Answer 1

All atoms and molecules exhibit London dispersion forces due to the random movement of electrons that create temporary dipoles, affecting both polar and nonpolar substances(option a).

Step-by-step explanation:

The question is asking which molecules have London dispersion forces.

The correct answer is: A) all atoms and molecules have London dispersion forces.

This type of intermolecular force occurs between all atoms and molecules due to the random motion of electrons that create temporary dipoles. London dispersion forces are present in both polar and nonpolar molecules and are the only intermolecular forces present in nonpolar molecules.