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H2O has a higher normal boiling point than HF (100 °C vs. 20 °C). Which is the best explanation for — States of Matter Chemistry Question

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H2O has a higher normal boiling point than HF (100 °C vs. 20 °C). Which is the best explanation for this difference?

A.

H2O has a larger dipole moment than HF.

B.

H2O is more polarizable than HF.

C.

H2O forms stronger hydrogen bonds than HF.

D.

H2O forms more hydrogen bonds per mole than HF.

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