Question

What is the difference between intermolecular forces of attraction and covalent bonds and how do I know if its strong or weak

Answer 1

An intermolecular force is the force of attraction or repulsion which act between neighboring particles (atoms, molecules, or ions). Whereas the covalent bonds are the interatomic linkage that results from the sharing of an electron pair between two atoms.

Intermolecular forces hold molecules together in a liquid or solid. Intermolecular forces are generally much weaker than covalent bonds.