Pre-lecture Reading Assignment: Intermolecular Forces & Physical Properties

Quick Intro

Intermolecular forces (dispersion forces, dipole-dipole interactions, and hydrogen bonding) determine the physical properties of molecules. In this lesson we will review some of the intermolecular forces you learned in general chemistry and apply them to organic compounds. Then we will use intermolecular forces to predict physical properties.

 

Objectives

• Determine what intermolecular forces are present in a sample of a given molecule.
• Compare physical properties of molecules based on structures.

 

Associated Reading

• Smith 3rd ed: Ch 3.3-3.7
• Smith 4th ed: Ch 3.3-3.7
• Smith 5th ed: Ch 3.3-3.7
• Smith 6th ed: Ch 3.3-3.7
• Just for fun: 3.9 (all editions)

 

Your Tasks

Before Class

• Complete assigned reading.
• Get the worksheet for the lecture.

After Class

• Work on more problems.
• Go to a discussion section and/or office hours.
• Review any areas that you struggled with on in-class activities.