Which of the Following Statements Does Not Correctly Identify a Factor

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does not correctly identify a factor that affects the boiling point of a pure substance?
I. vapor pressure of the liquid
II. strength of intermolecular forces
III. enthalpy of vaporization
IV. surface area of the liquid

• A)I only
• B)II only
• C)III only
• D)IV only
• E)III and IV only

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