Which of the following intermolecular forces or bonds is primarily responsible for the solubility of argon (Ar)in water?
A) Dipole-dipole force
B) Hydrogen bonding
C) Dipole-induced dipole force
D) Hydrogen bonding-dipole force
E) Ion-induced dipole force

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Argon is a noble gas with a nonpolar molecule, so it does not form hydrogen bonds or dipole-dipole interactions. The solubility of argon in water is mainly due to dipole-induced dipole forces, where the polar water molecules induce a temporary dipole in the argon atoms.

Which of the Following Intermolecular Forces or Bonds Is Primarily