Why does iodine have a higher boiling point than chlorine?

Iodine is a larger molecule, with more electrons, than chlorine. Therefore Iodine has stronger intermolecular forces than chlorine, which require more energy to break. This results in Iodine having a higher boiling point than chlorine.

BW
Answered by Ben W. Chemistry tutor

34520 Views

See similar Chemistry GCSE tutors

Related Chemistry GCSE answers

All answers ▸

What is produced when Sodium Carbonate reacts with Hydrochloric Acid


Explain what is meant by dynamic equilibrium. (2)


Why does grinding a solid reactant down into smaller lumps increase the rate of a reaction? (2/3 marks)


Name and explain the process in which crude oil is separated into fractions. (5 marks)


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning