Dipoledipole interactions

London dispersion forces

Hydrogen bonding

Iondipole interactions

Stronger forces require more energy to break

Result in higher boiling points

Similar to boiling point correlation

Degree of molecular order disrupted by temperature increase

Weaker forces allow easier escape of molecules into vapor phase

Result in higher vapor pressure

Like dissolves like

Polar solutes dissolve in polar solvents

Nonpolar solutes dissolve in nonpolar solvents

Intermolecular forces can affect the orientation of molecules in reactions

Stronger forces may hinder reactivity by restricting molecular motion

Catalysts can lower activation energy by providing an alternative pathway

Surface area and intermolecular forces influence catalytic efficiency

Hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions play key roles

Determine the tertiary structure of proteins

Lipid bilayer held together by hydrophobic interactions

Integral proteins embedded within the bilayer

Hydrogen bonds between base pairs stabilize the double helix

Complementary base pairing is essential for replication and transcription

Intermolecular forces responsible for adhesion

Molecular interactions between adhesive and substrate

Materials that change phase with temperature changes

Utilize intermolecular forces to store and release heat

Affects the behavior of liquids at interfaces

Important in inkjet printing and coating processes

Resistance to flow due to intermolecular forces

Affects the pumping and handling of fluids in industrial processes