Which Statement Is False

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which statement is false?

• A) Covalent bonds can be polar or nonpolar depending on whether the atoms in the bond share electrons equally or unequally.
• B) Hydrogen bonds form between or within molecules.
• C) Ionic attractions and hydrogen bonds are noncovalent interactions involving differences in charge.
• D) van der Waals forces are so weak that they have no significant importance in molecular interactions.
• E) Hydrophobic molecules tend to aggregate together.

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Definitions:

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor and extend loyalty to members of one's own group over those of other groups.

Ingroup Bias

The tendency for people to give preferential treatment to others they perceive to be members of their own groups.

Just-world Phenomenon

The cognitive bias to believe that the world is inherently fair and that all individuals get what they deserve, leading to rationalizations of injustice.

Outgroup Homogeneity

The tendency to view members of an outgroup as more similar to each other than members of one's in-group, often leading to stereotypical perceptions.