Which of the Following Statements Best Explains the Observation That

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best explains the observation that HF has the highest boiling point of all the hydrogen halides?

• A) The fluorine in HF is the smallest atom for all of the halogens
• B) Fluorine is the most electronegative of the atoms
• C) HF can participate in hydrogen bonding
• D) HF is very reactive and can react and dissolve glass
• E) HF is a weak acid, and doesn't completely dissociate

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