Which of the following explains the events occurring when water boils?
A) Hydrogen bonds are broken between neighboring water molecules.
B) Covalent bonds are broken between oxygen and hydrogen atoms.
C) Ionic bonds are broken when the minerals in water are heated.
D) The bond between one water molecule and another is strengthened.
E) The hydrogen atoms break away from the oxygen and escape as vapor.

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Hydrogen bonds link water molecules together. As they absorb heat, the bonds begin to break causing water to enter into a gaseous state and evaporate into the environment.

Which of the Following Explains the Events Occurring When Water