Why are Van der Waals forces (London forces) weaker than ionic, covalent, and metallic bonds?
2007-02-25 01:38:14 · 2 answers · asked by untilyoucamealong04 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Because these forces arise from one molecule inducing a dipole on another molecule of the same species. Ionic and covalent bonds are intramolecular, and arise from either charge separation and opposite charge attraction or electron-sharing.
2007-02-25 01:48:12 · answer #1 · answered by TheOnlyBeldin 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The key here is understanding electricity. All matter without exception has a Negative & Positive. Solid, liquids, or gases, it matters not. The N & P is the trinity, do not over look the power of "&". It is the helix. The force is in the helix as much as every element has an Electron, Protron and Nuetron. Numbering as in regards to the Perodic Table.One mans understanding as per your question (Van der Waals) is only a publication on his expiermentation. It is not a question of weakness but rather knowing the right key to use. Any bond can be broken with ease bye reversing the polarity.
2007-02-25 09:57:41 · answer #2 · answered by blueridgemotors 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋