Which of the following has the $\underline{\text{ greatest }}$boiling point? A) Ne B) N₂ C) Cl₂ D) I₂ E) F₂

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The greater the molecular weight of a substance, the greater its boiling point. Iodine (I) has a larger atomic mass than the other halogens (Ne, Cl, and F), so it will have the highest boiling point. Additionally, the presence of the long chain (₂) will contribute to an even higher boiling point due to increased van der Waals forces between molecules.

Which of the Following Has The greatest ‾\underline{\text{ greatest }} greatest ​ Boiling Point? A) Ne B) N2 C) Cl2 D) I2

Which of the Following Has The $\underline{\text{ greatest }}$ Boiling Point?
A) Ne
B) N₂
C) Cl₂
D) I₂