Which one of the following decreases as the strength of the attractive intermolecular forces increases?
A)the heat of vaporization
B)the normal boiling temperature
C)the extent of deviations from the ideal gas law
D)the sublimation temperature of a solid
E)the vapor pressure of a liquid

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As the strength of the attractive intermolecular forces increases, it becomes harder for molecules to escape the liquid phase and enter the vapor phase. This leads to a lower vapor pressure, as less molecules are able to enter the gas phase.

Which One of the Following Decreases as the Strength of the Attractive