Chemistry GCSE
Intermolecular forces
What Intermolecular forces means in Chemistry GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Intermolecular forces
The weak forces of attraction between separate molecules.
Topics that use Intermolecular forces
- Key concepts in chemistry (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Intermolecular forces in the exam
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