Question

"True or False: Long, weak bonds (like those found in non-polar C-H bonds) have higher potential energy than short, strong bonds (like those found in polar O-H bonds)."

Answer 1

Answer: The given statement is false.

Explanation:

Potential energy is defined as the energy obtained by an object or substance due to its position.

Potential energy is present within the chemical bonds of every compound. Smaller is the bond length present within the atoms of a compound more is the force of attraction present within it. As a result, there will be high potential energy present within these bonds.

On the other hand, when a bond has long length then it will be weak in nature. As a result, it will have less potential energy because the atoms can easily separate out.

Therefore, we can conclude that the statement long, weak bonds (like those found in non-polar C-H bonds) have higher potential energy than short, strong bonds (like those found in polar O-H bonds), is false.