Combined Science GCSE
Intermolecular Forces
What Intermolecular Forces means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Intermolecular Forces
The attractive forces between molecules that hold them together in solid and liquid states.
Topics that use Intermolecular Forces
- Particle model (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Kinetic Energy (of particles)
- Specific Latent Heat of Fusion
- Internal Energy
- Specific Heat Capacity
- Thermal Insulator
Using Intermolecular Forces in the exam
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