everyday science MCQ #2456

The high boiling point of water is due to:

everyday science MCQ #2456

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The high boiling point of water is due to:

    • A) Weak dissociation of the water molecule
    • B) Hydrogen bonding among water molecules
    • C) Its high specific heat
    • D) Its high dielectric constant

    Answer: Hydrogen bonding among water molecules

    Explanation: Water molecules form extensive hydrogen bonds (each molecule can form up to 4 H-bonds), requiring significantly more energy to break these bonds, resulting in an unusually high boiling point of 100°C.