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Why is i2 a solid while cl2 is a gas even though they are both halogens?
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Why is i2 a solid while cl2 is a gas even though they are both halogens?

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Explanation: I2 is a solid while Cl2 is a gas because iodine molecules are larger and therefore experience stronger intermolecular forces, in particular London dispersion (van der Waahls) forces.

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