Among the hydrides H₂O, H₂S, H₂Se and H₂Te, which has the highest boiling point?
Correct answer D. H₂O
Explanation
Water molecules form strong hydrogen bonds because oxygen is small and highly electronegative. This gives H₂O an unexpectedly high boiling point, 100 °C, compared with the heavier hydrides.
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