Question

Which statement explains why low temperature and high pressure are required to liquefy chlorine gas?
(1) Chlorine molecules have weak covalent bonds.
(2) Chlorine molecules have strong covalent bonds.
(3) Chlorine molecules have weak intermolecular forces of attraction.
(4) Chlorine molecules have strong intermolecular forces of attraction.

Answer 1

The correct answer is option 2. Chlorine gas molecules are held together by strong covalent bonds. This type of bond requires an ample amount of energy in order to break it and turn gas into liquid. That is why, high pressure and low temperature is needed.